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This Week / Weekend in Korean
이번 주 = this week. 주말 = weekend. 주중 = weekdays.
Published on September 14, 2026
This week = 이번 주. Weekend = 주말. Ex. 주말에 시간 있어요?
이번 = this (period). 다음 주 = next week. Extremely common for plans.
Levels / phrasings
| Phrase | Romanization | Meaning | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 이번 주에 | ibeon jue | This week | Basic |
| 주말에 뭐 해요? | jumare mwo haeyo? | What are you doing this weekend? | Social |
| 주중에는 바빠요 | jujungeneun bappayo | I'm busy on weekdays | Answer |
| 다음 주 월요일요 | daeum ju woryoiryo | Next Monday | Plan |
Related phrases
- 휴일 (hyuil): Day off / holiday
- 연휴 (yeonhyu): Long holiday
- 비는 날 (bineun nal): Free day
Tip
주말 잘 보내세요 = have a good weekend (Friday goodbye).
Common mistake
위켄드 is understood; 주말 is standard.
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