Synonym Nuance VS
How to say "Every" in Japanese
Both words can translate to "every", but which should you choose?
Japanese Option A
毎晩
まいばん (maiban)
N5 / CEFR Syllabus
VS
Japanese Option B
毎週
まいしゅう (maishuu)
N5 / CEFR Syllabus
Nuance Contrast & Translation Difference
When translating "every" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 毎晩 and 毎週.
In Japanese, 毎晩 (まいばん (maiban)) is typically associated with "every night" (Syllabus Level: N5) and represents Indicates an action or event that occurs nightly. 「毎」.
On the other hand, 毎週 (まいしゅう (maishuu)) maps to "every week" (Syllabus Level: N5) and represents Indicates an action or event that occurs weekly. Can be used for regular hobbies, meetings, or classes.. A literal translation of "every" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!
Bilingual Context for "毎晩"
毎晩、日本語を勉強します。
I study Japanese every night.
Bilingual Context for "毎週"
毎週、テニスをします。
I play tennis every week.
Nuance Mastery Quiz
Which Japanese word perfectly fits this blank space?
Fill in the blank: " ＿＿＿ 、日本語を勉強します。" (Meaning: "I study Japanese every night.")
🎉 Correct Answer!
Remember: "毎晩" fits here because it means "every night" in the context of: "I study Japanese every night.". "毎週" represents "every week".