weeknights
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈwiːknaɪts/
KK: /ˈwiːknaɪts/
adverb
Definition
The nights of the week, typically from Monday to Friday, when most people work or go to school the next day.
Example
I usually go to the gym on weeknights after work.
Conversation
What do you usually do on weeknights?
I like to relax and watch TV after work.
That sounds nice! I try to read a bit on weeknights too.
Reading is a great way to unwind; I should start doing that!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
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weekends
noun
Definition
The nights of the week that are not part of the weekend, typically from Monday to Thursday.
Example
I usually go to the gym on weeknights after work.
Conversation
What do you usually do on weeknights?
I like to relax and catch up on my favorite shows.
That sounds nice! I often read or try new recipes during weeknights.
Root Explanation
Weeknights → The word is formed from "week" (from Old English *wice*, meaning a period of seven days) and "nights" (from Old English *niht*, meaning the time of day when it is dark). The term "weeknights" refers to the nights that occur during the week, typically from Sunday to Thursday.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'week' as a period of seven days and 'nights' as the dark time of day — together, they remind you that 'weeknights' are the nights during the week.
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