What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
weekday
Example
I have a meeting on Wednesday, which is a weekday. [weekday: noun]
Example
Weekdays are usually busy with work and other responsibilities. [weekday: adjective]
workday
Example
I have a lot of work to do on my workday tomorrow. [workday: noun]
Example
My workday starts at 9 am and ends at 5 pm. [workday: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Weekday is a more common word than workday and is used more frequently in everyday language. Workday is typically used in professional contexts or when referring specifically to job-related tasks.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between weekday and workday?
Both weekday and workday are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
