Pronunciation

/ˈfɔːrnaɪt/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A fortnight is a period of two weeks, typically used in British English but also understood in other English-speaking regions. It is derived from the Old English term “fēowertȳne niht,” meaning “fourteen nights.”

Examples

1. “They planned to finish the project within a fortnight.”

2. “She’s going on vacation for a fortnight to visit family.”

Synonyms

1. Two weeks

2. Fourteen days

Antonyms

N/A

Additional Information

The term “fortnight” is commonly used in various contexts such as scheduling, planning, and timeframes.