Meaning and Usage
"毎日" (まいにち) means "every day" and is used to describe actions or events that happen daily without exception. It is a very common adverb in Japanese and appears frequently in both spoken and written language.
Common Collocations
- 毎日学校に行く (go to school every day): a typical daily routine.
- 毎日運動する (exercise every day): a common health-related phrase.
- 毎日忙しい (busy every day): expressing a continuous state.
Nuances and Register
"毎日" is neutral in formality and can be used in casual and polite contexts. It emphasizes the regularity and frequency of an action.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "毎日" with "毎晩" (every night) or "毎週" (every week). Pay attention to the time frame implied.
Tips
Use "毎日" to stress that something happens daily, especially when talking about habits, routines, or repeated actions.