weekend
Beginner (A1)
IPA: /ˈwiːkˌɛnd/
KK: /ˈwiːkˌɛnd/
adjective
Definition
Not available
Example
Not available
Conversation
Are you free this week for some weekend plans?
Yeah, I can definitely make time for some fun!
Great! I was thinking we could go hiking, what do you think?
That sounds awesome! A little weekend adventure would be perfect.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
part-time
occasional
temporary
Antonyms
full-time
permanent
constant
intransitive verb
Definition
A period of time, usually Saturday and Sunday, when people do not work and can relax or have fun.
Example
I love to go hiking on the weekend.
Conversation
Do you have any plans for the weekend?
Not yet, but I might just relax at home.
That sounds nice! I usually like to weekend at the park with friends.
noun
Definition
The time at the end of the week, usually from Friday evening to Sunday evening, when many people do not work or go to school.
Example
I love to relax and spend time with my family on the weekend.
Conversation
Do you have any plans for the weekend?
Not much, just relaxing at home. How about you?
I might go hiking if the weather is nice this weekend.
Root Explanation
Weekend → The word is formed from "week" (from Old English *wice*, meaning a period of seven days) and "end" (from Old English *endian*, meaning to finish or conclude). The term "weekend" refers to the conclusion of the week, typically the days of rest at the end of the week.
Memory Tip
Think of the 'end' of a 'week' — that's why 'weekend' refers to the days that finish the week.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.