Japanese · Culture & Society
休日
kyuujitsu
Holiday / Day off
Beginnernoun
Definition
A day of rest or celebration. Japan has sixteen public holidays (祝日 shukujitsu) per year, among the highest in the world.
Example
休日は家族と過ごします。
I spend holidays with my family.
Etymology
'休日' (kyuujitsu) is composed of '休' (kyuu, meaning 'rest') and '日' (nichi, meaning 'day'). This term has evolved to signify days set aside for rest from work or obligation.
How & Where It’s Used
'休日' is used informally and formally, predominantly in discussions regarding time off work or events. It appears in both spoken and written forms across various contexts.