Wednesday — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈwenz-(ˌ)dā/ Wednes·day

Meaning & Definition of Wednesday

Wednesday (noun)

  1. the fourth day of the week

Word Forms of Wednesday

Derived words: Wednesdays (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Wednesday

Middle English, from Old English wōdnesdæg (akin to Old Norse ōthinsdagr Wednesday); akin to Old English Wōden Odin and dæg day

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Wednesday

Words & Phrases Containing Wednesday

Frequently Asked Questions about Wednesday

What does "Wednesday" mean?

"Wednesday" means the fourth day of the week. As a noun, it is defined as: the fourth day of the week.

Is "Wednesday" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Wednesday" is a noun.

Is "Wednesday" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Wednesday" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Wednesday"?

"Wednesday" is pronounced /ˈwenz-(ˌ)dā/ and divided into syllables as Wednes·day.

What is the origin of the word "Wednesday"?

"Wednesday" comes from Middle English, from Old English wōdnesdæg (akin to Old Norse ōthinsdagr Wednesday); akin to Old English Wōden Odin and dæg day. First known use: before 12th century.

What CEFR level is "Wednesday"?

"Wednesday" is an A1-level word in SophDict's CEFR vocabulary lists, which group English words from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).

What topics is "Wednesday" used in?

"Wednesday" is commonly used in topics such as Time & Dates.

What words are derived from "Wednesday"?

Words derived from "Wednesday" include Wednesdays (adverb).