Weekend

Pronunciation: /ˈwiˌkɛnd/

Definitions of weekend

noun a period of time that includes Saturday and Sunday, usually a time for leisure or recreation

Example Sentences

A1 I like to relax on the weekend.

A2 We went hiking last weekend.

B1 I usually catch up on chores over the weekend.

B2 The weekend is a great time to spend with friends and family.

C1 I prefer to travel during long weekends for a change of scenery.

C2 The weekend is my favorite time to unwind and recharge for the upcoming week.

Examples of weekend in a Sentence

formal I am looking forward to relaxing and unwinding during the upcoming weekend.

informal I can't wait for the weekend to chill and hang out with friends.

slang I'm gonna party hard this weekend, it's gonna be lit!

figurative The weekend is like a breath of fresh air after a long week of work.

Grammatical Forms of weekend

• plural: weekends
• present tense: weekend
• future tense: will weekend
• continuous tense: is weekending
• singular: weekend
• positive degree: weekend
• infinitive: to weekend
• gerund: weekending
• participle: weekended

Origin and Evolution of weekend

First Known Use: 1879 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'weekend' originated in the United Kingdom in the late 19th century.

Evolution of the word: Originally referred to the end of the workweek, typically Saturday and Sunday. Over time, the concept of the weekend has evolved to include Friday evening as well, with many people considering it part of the weekend.