We will learn about the correct use of each and each of in this lesson.

Each is a determiner. It is used before a singular noun.

• Each individual is unique. (NOT Each individuals are unique)

Before a noun with an article, possessive or demonstrative, we use each of.

• Each of the children was given a prize. (NOT Each the children was given a prize.)

Before a pronoun we use each of.

• Each of us wants to go.

English Grammar Exercise

Fill in the blanks with each or each of.

1. ………………………. us has got our problems. (Each / Each of)

2. ……………………… moment is precious. (Each / Each of)

3. I call ……………………… my children at least once a day. (each / each of)

4. …………………….. the children gave their own versions of the story. (Each / Each of)

5. ………………………. us wants to be rich and successful. (Each / Each of)

6. ……………………….. them has been told. (Each / Each of)

7. …………………………. us can apply for our own membership card. (Each / Each of)

8. ……………………… plan has its advantages and disadvantages. (Each / Each of)

9. She kissed ………………………… child on the forehead. (each / each of)

10. ……………………… girl explained it in her own way. (Each / Each of)

Answers

1. Each of us has got our problems.

2. Each moment is precious.

3. I call each of my children at least once a day.

4. Each of the children gave their own versions of the story. (Before a noun with an article we use each of.)

5. Each of us wants to be rich and successful. (Before a pronoun we use each of.)

6. Each of them has been told. (Before a pronoun we use each of.)

7. Each of us can apply for our own membership card. (Before a pronoun we use each of.)

8. Each plan has its advantages and disadvantages.

9. She kissed each child on the forehead.

10. Each girl explained it in her own way.