Dutch · Numbers & Time
de week
week
Beginnernoun
Definition
A period of seven days.
Example
Ik ga volgende week op vakantie.
I am going on holiday next week.
Etymology
'De week' derives from Old Dutch 'wica', which has connections to the cycle of time used in various cultures. It represents a common division of time across cultures.
How & Where It’s Used
'De week' is applicable in both formal and informal settings, commonly appearing in schedules, discussions of time management, and casual conversation.