A settimana
Example: Lavoro cinque giorni a settimana in ufficio.
Definition
"A settimana" is an Italian adverbial phrase meaning 'per week' or 'weekly.' It is used to indicate the frequency of an action or event occurring within a week. For example, in 'Lavoro cinque giorni a settimana,' it specifies working five days each week.
Etymology
The phrase "a settimana" combines the preposition 'a,' meaning 'at' or 'per,' with 'settimana,' the Italian word for 'week.' 'Settimana' derives from the Latin 'septimana,' which means 'seven days.' Did you know? The Latin root reflects the ancient Roman calendar's seven-day cycle, which has influenced many languages, including Italian.
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