주말(ju-mal, jumal)
주말 refers to the last two days of the week, Saturday and Sunday, typically used as days for rest or leisure.
Nuances
- 주말 is seen as personal or family rest time, not official holidays.
- It serves as a reference point for leisure or outing plans distinct from weekdays.
- 주말 always means both Saturday and Sunday, never just one day.
When to use
daily conversation, work context, leisure planning
In context
주말 is a noun used to indicate time or days. It often appears with particles like '~에' or '~동안' to express when or for how long.