fortnight
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for fortnight, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A period of two weeks.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use fortnight
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English feowertiene niht, literally "fourteen nights" — the Anglo-Saxons counted time by nights rather than days.
Full origin of fortnight →Frequently asked questions
What does “fortnight” mean?
The word “fortnight” means a period of two weeks. In plain terms, two weeks, counted the old way — by nights rather than days.
How do you pronounce “fortnight”?
“Fortnight” is pronounced FAWT-nyt (/ˈfɔɹt.naɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “fortnight” in a sentence?
Here is “fortnight” used in a sentence: “We're going on holiday for a fortnight in August.”
What part of speech is “fortnight”?
“Fortnight” is a noun.
Where does the word “fortnight” come from?
The word “fortnight” comes from Old English. From Old English feowertiene niht, literally "fourteen nights" — the Anglo-Saxons counted time by nights rather than days.
Is “fortnight” a common word?
“Fortnight” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.