ごと
Meanings
1
noun, noun, used as a suffix, adverb
usually written using kana alone
Attaches to nouns to mean 'each' or 'every' occurrence of that noun. Often used in time expressions (日ごと, 年ごと) or with events. Cross-referenced with ごとに, which is the more common adverbial form.
See also: ごとに
This meeting is held every month.
He tells the same story to every person he meets.
Usage patterns
- 〈時〉ごとに〈動詞〉every (unit of time), (something happens)
It's getting colder every day.
- 〈数〉ごとに〈動詞〉every (number of units), (something happens)
Please water it every three days.
- 〈場所〉ごとに〈動詞〉for each (place/group), (something differs)
The culture differs from region to region.
Expressions
- ごとにeach; every; at intervals of