Weekday

usgb/ˈwiːkdeɪ/
noun

Any day of the week except Saturday and Sunday.

The museum is open from Tuesday to Friday on the weekdays.
Visual representation of "weekday" - Any day of the week except Saturday and Sunday

Often appears as...

  • weekday shift
  • weekday job
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Visual representation of "weekday"
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Cultural Nuance

In some cultures, the weekend might include Friday or Monday, affecting which days are 'weekdays'.

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In many Middle Eastern countries, Friday is a day off, so it is not considered a weekday.
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Work Implications

Weekdays often imply the days people usually work, which may affect how the term is used in job-related contexts.

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My new job requires me to work on the weekdays, meaning Monday to Friday.
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Activity Planning

When planning activities, 'weekday' typically suggests a less busy time at venues compared to weekends.

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Let's visit the zoo on a weekday when it's less crowded.
Visual representation of the word "Weekday"

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