three-week

UK: ˌθriːˈwiːk | US: ˌθriːˈwiːk

Definition

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

Structure
three <3>week <7-day period>
Etymology

The word "three-week" is a straightforward compound adjective formed by combining the cardinal number "three" (from Old English þrīe) and the noun "week" (from Old English wice, meaning a 7-day cycle). This construction follows a common English pattern for time-related descriptors (e.g., two-day, five-year). The hyphenated form emphasizes the unity of the two morphemes as a single modifier.

Examples

  1. She attended a three-week training program in Berlin.

  2. The project requires a three-week commitment.

  3. After a three-week delay, the package finally arrived.

  4. The three-week course covers advanced programming techniques.

  5. They enjoyed a three-week vacation in Japan.