# Wednesday

/ˈwɛnzˌdeɪ/ (US) · CEFR A1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/wednesday
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

the day of the week between Tuesday and Thursday. It is the middle of the standard work week.

For teachers: the fourth day of the week, or the third day of the traditional working week, situated between Tuesday and Thursday.

## Examples

- We have a team meeting every Wednesday morning.
- Since the office is closed on weekends, Wednesday marks the exact midpoint of our busy week.
- The festival traditionally commences on the first Wednesday of October, drawing crowds from across the region for the mid-week opening ceremony.

## Usage notes

- Capitalized in all contexts. When used as a countable noun, it refers to a specific instance of the day or a recurring schedule.

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