quantifier phrase

Quantifiers: Words like “every,” “some,” “many,” “few,” “each,” etc., are quantifiers. They tell us about the amount or quantity of something.

“Every” modifies “month”: In the phrase “every month,” the quantifier “every” modifies the noun “month.” It specifies the quantity—every single month.

Function as a unit: This quantifier + noun combination acts together as a single unit to modify the verb in the sentence.

Think of it this way:

Quantifier phrase: every month, some days, many people, few cars

Adverbial function: These phrases often function as adverbs, telling us how often, how many, etc.

So, the “format” of “every month” is a quantifier phrase that functions adverbially.