This episode explores the nuanced usage of "every day" in English, differentiating its function as a two-word phrase versus a single-word adjective. Hosts Aubrey and Lindsay illustrate the distinction through examples, such as "I do laundry every day" (meaning each day) versus "This is an everyday dress" (meaning ordinary). More significantly, they highlight a common native-speaker error of incorrectly writing "everyday" as two words when used adjectivally. Against the backdrop of this grammatical discussion, they introduce their new professional English course, emphasizing its focus on real-world business communication skills. For instance, the course features interviews with successful professionals and covers topics like meeting tactics and small talk. The discussion then pivots to the cultural significance of "everyday people," tracing its origins in a 1968 song by Sly and the Family Stone and its impact on popular culture, including the TV show "Different Strokes." Finally, the hosts engage in a role-play demonstrating the subtle differences in intonation and usage between "every day" and "every single day," emphasizing the importance of mastering these nuances for fluent English communication.
