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UK//ˈhɒlədeɪz//US//ˈhɑːlədeɪz//

Meaning of Holidays

In simple words: Special days for celebration or rest from work.

Holidays in a sentence

  • Many people look forward to the holidays each year for family time.
  • In the winter, the holidays often include celebrations like Christmas and New Year.
  • She traveled to Europe during the summer holidays to explore new cultures.
  • The holidays are a perfect time to relax and recharge.
  • Many companies have a holiday schedule that allows employees to take time off.
  • Holidays can be a mixed bag of joy and stress for many families.

How to use Holidays

Use 'holidays' for days off work; avoid in formal writing unless referring to specific holidays.

Grammar pattern

holiday + countable noun

Memory hint

Think of 'holidays' as a time when you 'hold' onto fun memories.

Related words

Collocations with Holidays

  • public holidays
  • national holidays
  • bank holidays
  • holiday season
  • holiday wishes

Synonyms for Holidays

Opposites of Holidays

Common mistakes with Holidays

  • Confusing 'holiday' with 'vacation' in American English.
  • Using 'holidays' to refer to single events.
  • Incorrect pluralization of 'holiday' in contexts.

Compare Holidays with Celebration, Festival, Break

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Frequently asked questions about Holidays

What does Holidays mean?

Special days for celebration or rest from work.

What is the definition of Holidays?

Days of celebration or travel when many people take time off work.

How do you use Holidays in a sentence?

Many people look forward to the holidays each year for family time.

Can you give another example of Holidays?

In the winter, the holidays often include celebrations like Christmas and New Year.

What are synonyms for Holidays?

Common alternatives include celebration, festival, observance, break, time-off.

What is the opposite of Holidays?

Opposite meanings include workdays, labor, busy days.

What words go with Holidays?

It commonly pairs with public holidays, national holidays, bank holidays, holiday season, holiday wishes.

What are common mistakes when using Holidays?

Confusing 'holiday' with 'vacation' in American English. Using 'holidays' to refer to single events. Incorrect pluralization of 'holiday' in contexts.

How do you pronounce Holidays?

US: //ˈhɑːlədeɪz//, UK: //ˈhɒlədeɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Holidays?

Use 'holidays' for days off work; avoid in formal writing unless referring to specific holidays.