What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
weekend
Example
I'm looking forward to the weekend so I can catch up on some sleep. [weekend: noun]
Example
We usually go out for dinner on the weekends. [weekends: adverb]
vacation
Example
I'm going on vacation to Hawaii next month. [vacation: noun]
Example
She always takes a vacation in the summer to visit her family. [vacation: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Weekend is more commonly used than vacation in everyday language since it occurs every week and is a regular part of the weekly routine. Vacation is less common and is usually associated with planned travel or extended time off work or school.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between weekend and vacation?
Both weekend and vacation are casual and informal words that can be used in various formality levels, depending on the context and situation.
