Midweek: meaning, definitions and examples
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midweek
[ ˈmɪdwiːk ]
time reference
Midweek refers to the middle of the week, typically considered to be from Tuesday to Thursday. It is often associated with a time when various activities or events take place, such as meetings, deadlines, or halfway points for work or projects. Midweek can also imply a time for a break or a pause before the end of the week. The term is commonly used in contexts related to work schedules, social gatherings, and planning.
Synonyms
Tuesday to Thursday, middle of the week.
Examples of usage
- She prefers to schedule her meetings midweek.
- The midweek lull in business is normal.
- They planned a trip for midweek to avoid crowds.
- Midweek services at the church are well attended.
Translations
Translations of the word "midweek" in other languages:
🇵🇹 meia semana
🇮🇳 मध्य सप्ताह
🇩🇪 Mitte der Woche
🇮🇩 tengah minggu
🇺🇦 середина тижня
🇵🇱 środek tygodnia
🇯🇵 週の真ん中
🇫🇷 milieu de semaine
🇪🇸 mitad de semana
🇹🇷 haftanın ortası
🇰🇷 주 중간
🇸🇦 منتصف الأسبوع
🇨🇿 polovina týdne
🇸🇰 polovica týždňa
🇨🇳 周中
🇸🇮 sredina tedna
🇮🇸 miðvikudagur
🇰🇿 апта ортасы
🇬🇪 კვირის შუა
🇦🇿 həftənin ortası
🇲🇽 mitad de semana
Etymology
The term 'midweek' is a compound word formed from 'mid-' which is a prefix meaning 'middle' and 'week' which refers to a period of seven days. It is believed that the use of 'midweek' began to gain popularity in the English language in the early 20th century as people began to adopt more structured work schedules. As the work week became more standardized, distinguishing between the beginning, middle, and end of the week became practical for planning and communication. Over time, 'midweek' has also been used in various cultural contexts, including literature, music, and social events, reflecting the changing nature of the work-life balance and the significance of midweek periods in organizing social activities.