毎回
The word 毎回 means 'every time' or 'each time.' it refers to an action or event that occurs consistently across every individual instance of a repeating situation.
Examples
3 of 5毎回、このカフェでコーヒーを飲みます。
I drink coffee at this cafe every time.
毎回のご支援、誠にありがとうございます。
Thank you very much for your support every time.
あ、毎回遅れてごめん!
Ah, sorry for being late every time!
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Mai' as 'Every' (like in Mainichi/Everyday) and 'Kai' as 'Times' or 'Counter for occurrences'. Together: Every-Time.
Quick Quiz
( )、このドラマを見ると泣いてしまいます。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 毎回
Examples
毎回、このカフェでコーヒーを飲みます。
everydayI drink coffee at this cafe every time.
毎回のご支援、誠にありがとうございます。
formalThank you very much for your support every time.
あ、毎回遅れてごめん!
informalAh, sorry for being late every time!
実験では、毎回同じ条件で測定を行う必要がある。
academicIn experiments, it is necessary to perform measurements under the same conditions every time.
次回の会議でも、毎回と同様に議事録をお願いします。
businessAt the next meeting, please take the minutes, just like every time.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
毎回のことながら
as is always the case
毎回のように
almost every time
毎回欠かさず
without fail every time
Often Confused With
'Itsumo' means 'always' in a general sense, while 'maikai' specifically emphasizes 'every single instance' or 'each turn' of an event.
Usage Notes
毎回 is often used as an adverb without any particles (like 'ni'), though it is technically a noun. It is appropriate for both spoken and written Japanese across all levels of formality.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly add the particle 'ni' after 毎回 (e.g., 毎回に), but it should be used alone like 'Always' in English.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Mai' as 'Every' (like in Mainichi/Everyday) and 'Kai' as 'Times' or 'Counter for occurrences'. Together: Every-Time.
Word Origin
Derived from the Chinese characters '毎' (every) and '回' (times/revolutions).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Japanese culture, consistency and repetitive rituals are highly valued; using 'maikai' often highlights one's reliability in performing a task.
Quick Quiz
( )、このドラマを見ると泣いてしまいます。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 毎回
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