Definition

The total number of hours or days that a person works in a week.

Example

Many companies are now considering a four-day workweek to improve employee satisfaction.

Conversation

How was your workweek?

It was pretty busy, but I got a lot done.

I can relate! I always feel so tired by the end of the workweek.

Totally! I think we all need a break after that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Workweek → It is formed from "work" (from Old English *weorc*, meaning physical or mental effort) and "week" (from Old English *wice*, meaning a period of seven days). The term "workweek" refers to the period of days in which work is typically performed, usually five days in a week.

Memory Tip

Think of the effort you put into "work" during a "week" — that's why a workweek is the time you spend working in a week.

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