Definitions
- Referring to an event or occurrence that happens every two weeks. - Describing a payment or salary that is made every two weeks. - Talking about a publication or newsletter that is released every two weeks.
- Describing an event or occurrence that happens every two weeks. - Referring to a publication or newsletter that is released every two weeks. - Talking about a schedule or routine that follows a two-week cycle.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to events or occurrences happening every two weeks.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a publication or newsletter released every two weeks.
- 3Both words are adjectives and adverbs.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Biweekly is more commonly used in American English, while fortnightly is more commonly used in British English.
- 2Frequency: Biweekly can also mean twice a week in some contexts, while fortnightly specifically means every two weeks.
- 3Formality: Biweekly is generally considered more formal than fortnightly.
Remember this!
Biweekly and fortnightly are synonyms that describe events or occurrences happening every two weeks. However, there are some differences between the two words. Biweekly is more commonly used in American English and can also mean twice a week in some contexts, while fortnightly is more commonly used in British English and specifically means every two weeks. Additionally, biweekly is considered more formal than fortnightly.
