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UK/["/ˈfraɪdeɪ//ˈfraɪdi/"]/US/["/ˈfraɪdeɪ//ˈfraɪdi/"]/

Meaning of Friday

In simple words: The fifth day of the week, after Thursday and before Saturday.

Friday in a sentence

  • I love going out on Friday nights.
  • Friday is always my favorite day of the week.
  • We have a big meeting scheduled for Friday.
  • On Friday, I usually finish work early.
  • Friday marks the start of the weekend for many people.

How to use Friday

Used in everyday conversation to refer to the last working day of the week for many people. It is also often associated with the weekend and leisure activities. It is inappropriate in formal writing to mention days casually.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'Fri' as in 'Freedom' – Friday leads to the weekend.

Related words

Collocations with Friday

  • Friday night
  • Black Friday
  • Friday the 13th
  • Good Friday

Synonyms for Friday

  • end of the week
  • weekend eve
  • Fifth day

Common mistakes with Friday

  • Mistaking it for a plural form ('Fridays' when referring to multiple occurrences).
  • Confusing the day with 'weekday' or 'weekend'.
  • Incorrectly using a different time frame (e.g., calling it 'Friday' on Thursday).

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Frequently asked questions about Friday

What does Friday mean?

The fifth day of the week, after Thursday and before Saturday.

What is the definition of Friday?

the day of the week after Thursday and before Saturday

How do you use Friday in a sentence?

I love going out on Friday nights.

Can you give another example of Friday?

Friday is always my favorite day of the week.

What are synonyms for Friday?

Common alternatives include end of the week, weekend eve, Fifth day.

What is the opposite of Friday?

Opposite meanings include Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

What words go with Friday?

It commonly pairs with Friday night, Black Friday, Friday the 13th, Good Friday.

What are common mistakes when using Friday?

Mistaking it for a plural form ('Fridays' when referring to multiple occurrences). Confusing the day with 'weekday' or 'weekend'. Incorrectly using a different time frame (e.g., calling it 'Friday' on Thursday).

How do you pronounce Friday?

US: /["/ˈfraɪdeɪ//ˈfraɪdi/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfraɪdeɪ//ˈfraɪdi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Friday?

Used in everyday conversation to refer to the last working day of the week for many people. It is also often associated with the weekend and leisure activities. It is inappropriate in formal writing to mention days casually.

What CEFR level is Friday?

"Friday" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.