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ON WEEKDAYS

 In this lesson, we will focus on the phrase "On Weekdays." Weekdays refer to the days between Monday and Friday, which are typically considered the work or school days of the week. We'll explore how to talk about routines, schedules, and activities that occur during the weekdays, and learn how to distinguish between weekdays and weekends.


Description:

The term "on weekdays" is used to describe activities that happen regularly from Monday to Friday, excluding the weekend (Saturday and Sunday). Many people have a specific routine during the weekdays, such as working or attending school, while weekends are often reserved for leisure or personal time. Understanding how to talk about weekdays is essential when discussing work hours, school schedules, or setting appointments.


Grammar Focus: Using "On" with Days of the Week

  • Preposition "On" with Days: We use "on" to refer to specific days of the week.

    • Example: "I work on weekdays."
    • "On weekdays" refers to all days from Monday to Friday as a collective period.
  • Present Simple Tense for Regular Routines:

    • Example: "She goes to the gym on weekdays."
  • Frequency Adverbs with Weekdays:

    • Example: "I usually wake up early on weekdays."
    • Example: "We always have meetings on weekdays."

Vocabulary:

  • Weekday: Monday to Friday, the standard working/school days.
  • Weekend: Saturday and Sunday, typically used for leisure.
  • Routine: A sequence of actions regularly followed.
  • Commute: The journey from home to work or school.
  • Office hours: The hours during which an office is open.
  • Rush hour: The busiest time of the day for traffic.
  • School days: Days when students attend school.
  • Workweek: The days you work, usually Monday to Friday.

Useful Expressions:

  1. "I work on weekdays and rest on weekends."
  2. "She only has free time on weekdays after 5 p.m."
  3. "The library is open on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m."
  4. "Traffic is usually heavy on weekdays during rush hour."
  5. "On weekdays, I go to bed early because I have to wake up at 6 a.m."
  6. "My exercise routine is on weekdays, and I take weekends off."
  7. "Do you study every day or only on weekdays?"

Sentences:

  1. "The office is open only on weekdays."
  2. "I usually go to the gym on weekdays, but I take the weekends off."
  3. "On weekdays, I wake up at 6 a.m. to get ready for work."
  4. "Our meetings are scheduled on weekdays, so the weekends are free."
  5. "My commute is longer on weekdays because of the rush hour traffic."

Questions and Answers:

  1. Q: Do you work on weekdays?
    • A: Yes, I work from Monday to Friday.
  2. Q: When do you go to the gym?
    • A: I go to the gym on weekdays after work.
  3. Q: Are you free on weekdays?
    • A: No, I’m busy with work on weekdays. I’m free on weekends.
  4. Q: What time do you start work on weekdays?
    • A: I start work at 9 a.m. on weekdays.
  5. Q: Is the restaurant open on weekdays?
    • A: Yes, the restaurant is open on weekdays from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Conversation:

David: Hey Sarah, do you want to grab lunch on Saturday?

Sarah: I can’t on the weekends. I’m usually free on weekdays for lunch though.

David: Oh, you’re busy on weekends?

Sarah: Yeah, I have family plans on weekends. But during the week, I’m free after 1 p.m.

David: How about next Thursday?

Sarah: Thursday works for me! Let’s meet around 2 p.m. after my meeting.

David: Sounds great. Do you work long hours on weekdays?

Sarah: Not too long. I usually finish by 5 p.m. How about you?

David: Same here. Weekdays are busy, but I try to finish early when I can.


Reading: "Weekday Routines and Schedules"

For most people, weekdays are structured and filled with routines. From Monday to Friday, the typical day starts with a morning commute to work or school, followed by several hours of focused activity. Office workers often work from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., while students may attend classes for a similar amount of time. After work or school, people may engage in various activities, such as exercising, attending classes, or spending time with family.

The traffic is usually heaviest on weekdays during the morning and evening rush hours, as people commute to and from work. Public transportation is also busier during these times. Many services, such as banks and government offices, are open only on weekdays, which is why it’s common to hear people say, "I need to get this done on a weekday."

Weekdays are often more structured than weekends. While weekends are used for relaxation or hobbies, weekdays require careful time management to balance work, school, and personal tasks. Understanding how to talk about weekdays is essential for managing your time and making plans.

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