Each of vs Every: Can You Say "Every of"?
Quick Answer
"Each of" ✔, correct and grammatical.
"Every of" ✘, does NOT exist in English. Never use it.
Use "every" alone before a singular noun: "every student," "every day."
The Rule
EACH OF + plural noun group
Structure: each of + the/my/these + plural noun
→ Singular verb (each of the students is)
→ Focuses on individuals one by one
EVERY + singular noun
Structure: every + singular noun
→ Singular verb (every student is)
→ Treats the group collectively
❌ "Every of" does not exist. "Every" cannot be followed by "of." This is a very common error among learners who try to apply the "each of" pattern to "every."
Memory tip: Only EACH can precede "of." EVERY goes directly before a singular noun, no "of."
Correct Structures
✔ each of the/my/these + PLURAL NOUN + singular verb
✔ every + SINGULAR NOUN + singular verb
✘ every of the + noun (WRONG)
Examples
"Each of" (correct)
"Every" (correct)
"Every of" (WRONG, never use)
Each vs Every: The Subtle Difference
EACH, individual focus
Looks at members one by one
"Each student received a certificate." (one by one)
EVERY, group focus
Views group as a collective whole
"Every student received a certificate." (all of them)
In many contexts these are interchangeable. The distinction becomes important with larger groups, "every" is more natural for hundreds of people, while "each" implies a smaller, more counted group.
Common Mistakes
Incorrect: Every of the participants received a prize.
Correct: Each of the participants received a prize. / Every participant received a prize.
Incorrect: Each of student must submit the form.
Correct: Each of the students must submit the form. (needs determiner + plural noun after "each of")
Practice
Choose the correct form:
"_____ the team members was given a clear role." (Each of / Every of)