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סוף שבוע

sof shavua

Weekend

Beginnernoun · masculine

Definition

The end of the week; in Israel it is Friday and Saturday.

Example

בסוף השבוע אנחנו נוסעים צפונה.

At the weekend we are going north.

Etymology

'סוף שבוע' (sof shavua) translates directly to 'end of the week', reflecting the structure of the weekly cycle in Hebrew culture and language.

How & Where It’s Used

Primarily used in spoken language in informal contexts, 'סוף שבוע' is often discussed regarding leisure activities and family time.

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