six-week

UK: ˈsɪks wiːk | US: ˈsɪks wiːk

Definition

  1. adj. lasting for or relating to a period of six weeks

Structure
six <number 6>week <period of seven days>
Etymology

The word "six-week" is a straightforward compound formed by combining the numeral "six" (from Old English "siex") and "week" (from Old English "wice," meaning a cycle of seven days). It follows a common English pattern of numeral-noun compounding to denote duration (e.g., "two-day," "three-month"). The term emphasizes a precise timeframe, often used in contexts like courses, projects, or biological cycles.

Examples

  1. She enrolled in a six-week intensive language course.

  2. The six-week training program prepared athletes for the competition.

  3. The doctor recommended a six-week recovery period after surgery.

  4. The six-week-old puppies were ready for adoption.

  5. The project deadline was extended to a six-week timeline.