How to say "Each" in Japanese

When translating "each" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 銘々 and おのおの. In Japanese, 銘々 (めいめい (meimei)) is typically associated with "each, individual, respectively" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Emphasizes that each person or item is separate and distinct. Often used when people are to do something individually or when discussing individual responsibilities/characteristics. Can be used adverbially or as a noun. 一人ひとりが別々に、それぞれにという意味。. On the other hand, おのおの (おのおの (onōno)) maps to "each, respectively, severally" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents Refers to each individual or item in a group, often implying that they act or are treated separately. それぞれの個人や物に対して個別に言及する際に使われます。「それぞれ」と似ていますが、より個々の独立性を強調するニュアンスがあります。. A literal translation of "each" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!