On the weekend vs At the weekend
What’s the difference between them?
On the weekend
Meaning:
On the weekend typically refers to the two days of the weekend, typically Saturday and Sunday.
Examples:
1. On the weekend I like to relax with a good book.
2. On the weekend we usually go out with friends.
3. I want to take some time to work on my hobbies on the weekend .
At the weekend
Meaning:
At the weekend means on Saturday and Sunday. Mostly used in British English.
Examples:
1. I like to spend my time relaxing at the weekend.
2. I usually go for a walk at the weekend.
3. At the weekend, I like to catch up with friends.
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Synonyms
Antonyms
On the weekend
There are no direct synonyms for this word.
on weekdays
At the weekend
There are no direct synonyms for this word.
on weekdays
Tricks for mastery
Useful tips to understand the difference between confusing words "on the weekend", "at the weekend".
1. Remember the mnemonic phrase. For example: 'At' for Crown, 'On' for Stars.
2. Remember that 'on the weekend' is an American English variant and 'at the weekend' is British English variant.
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Frequently asked questions
When to use 'on the weekend'?
'On the weekend' is used to refer to weekend when speaking in an environment of British English people.
When to use 'at the weekend'?
'At the weekend' is used to refer to weekend when speaking in an environment of American English people.
Do the words have the same pronunciation?
Both 'on the weekend' and 'at the weekend' are pronounced the same way with only one difference referring the pronunciation of the prepositions 'on' and 'at.'
What are common mistakes associated with words 'on the weekend', 'at the weekend'?
A common mistake is to use the wrong phrase in American English surrounding and vice versa. In formal situations it is very importan to follow the general rule. In informal situations people usually odn't oay attention to it.
Fill in the gaps to check yourself
1. I usually go to the London Eye ____________.
2. My sister likes to go shopping in the downtown of Birmingham ____________.
3. ____________ I take my dog for a walk in Manhattan.
4. I like to watch movies at Manchester Central Cinema____________.
5. I am from Wall Street, so I dont usually work ____________.
6. My friends like to play sports in the countryside of Liverpool ____________.
1. I usually go to the London Eye at the weekend.
Explanation: Use preposition at when referring to the weekend and being in British English surrounding.
2. My sister likes to go shopping in the downtown of Birmingham at the weekend.
Explanation: Use preposition at when referring to the weekend and being in British English surrounding.
3. In the weekend I take my dog for a walk in Manhattan.
Explanation: Use preposition in when referring to the weekend and being in American English surrounding.
4. I like to watch movies at Manchester Central Cinema at the weekend.
Explanation: Use preposition at when referring to the weekend and being in British English surrounding.
5. I am from Wall Street, so I dont usually work in the weekend.
Explanation: Use preposition in when referring to the weekend and being in American English surrounding.
6. My friends like to play sports in the countryside of Liverpool at the weekend.
Explanation: Use preposition at when referring to the weekend and being in British English surrounding.
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