Use 'heijitsu ni' to describe actions occurring during the standard work week.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Refers to Monday through Friday.
- Excludes weekends and public holidays.
- Commonly used for scheduling activities.
Overview
- 1概要：「平日（へいじつ）」とは、一般的に週のうちの月曜日から金曜日までを指します。学校や会社がある日を指すことが多く、週末の休日と対比して使われます。「平日に」と助詞の「に」をつけることで、その期間中に特定のイベントや予定があることを示します。2) 使用パターン：主に「平日に＋動詞」の形で使われます。例えば「平日に買い物に行く」「平日に休む」のように、特定の行動がその期間内に行われることを強調します。3) 一般的な文脈：ビジネスシーンや日常生活のスケジュール調整で頻繁に使われます。特に「土日は混んでいるから平日に出かけよう」といった、混雑を避ける文脈でよく登場します。4) 類似語との比較：『平日』の対義語は『休日』や『週末』です。また、似た言葉に『ウィークデー』がありますが、これはよりカタカナ語としてビジネスやメディアで使われる傾向があります。日常会話では「平日」が最も自然で一般的です。
Examples
平日に銀行へ行く。
everydayI go to the bank on a weekday.
平日に会議を設定してください。
formalPlease schedule the meeting on a weekday.
平日に休みを取って旅行する。
informalI will take a day off on a weekday to travel.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
平日に限る
Weekdays are the best
Often Confused With
Shuumatsu refers specifically to the weekend (Saturday and Sunday). It is the direct opposite of the work week.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The term is neutral and highly versatile in both business and casual settings. It is widely understood by all levels of Japanese speakers. It is the standard way to refer to the non-weekend days.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse it with 'everyday' (mainichi). Ensure you distinguish between the recurring daily routine and the specific work-week segment.
Tips
Use to avoid crowds
Japanese people often use 'heijitsu ni' when suggesting trips to avoid weekend crowds. It implies a strategic choice for a smoother experience.
Do not include holidays
Remember that 'heijitsu' strictly excludes public holidays. If you mean any day including holidays, use a different term.
Work-life balance context
The term reflects the typical Japanese 5-day work week. It highlights the distinction between professional time and personal leisure time.
Word Origin
Derived from 'hei' (flat/ordinary) and 'jitsu' (day). It literally means 'ordinary days' as opposed to special holidays.
Cultural Context
Reflects the standard Japanese work culture. It is a key term in daily life planning, especially for those working standard 9-to-5 jobs.
Memory Tip
Think of 'hei' as 'flat' or 'ordinary' (as in 'heibon'). It represents the ordinary, routine days of the week.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsいいえ、祝日は平日には含まれません。祝日は「休日」として扱われます。
「休日に」や「週末に」が対義語となります。土日や祝日に行動する場合に使います。
一般的には月曜日から金曜日までを指します。ただし、シフト制の仕事などでは個人の勤務サイクルによって定義が異なる場合があります。
はい、非常によく使われます。会議の日程調整や納期の相談など、フォーマルな場でも問題なく使用できる言葉です。
Test Yourself
土日は混んでいるので、___に映画を見に行きます。
混雑を避ける文脈なので、平日が適切です。
Score: /1
Summary
Use 'heijitsu ni' to describe actions occurring during the standard work week.
- Refers to Monday through Friday.
- Excludes weekends and public holidays.
- Commonly used for scheduling activities.
Use to avoid crowds
Japanese people often use 'heijitsu ni' when suggesting trips to avoid weekend crowds. It implies a strategic choice for a smoother experience.
Do not include holidays
Remember that 'heijitsu' strictly excludes public holidays. If you mean any day including holidays, use a different term.
Work-life balance context
The term reflects the typical Japanese 5-day work week. It highlights the distinction between professional time and personal leisure time.
Examples
3 of 3平日に銀行へ行く。
I go to the bank on a weekday.
平日に会議を設定してください。
Please schedule the meeting on a weekday.
平日に休みを取って旅行する。
I will take a day off on a weekday to travel.
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