Meaning and Usage
"隔週" means "every other week" or "once every two weeks." It is commonly used to describe schedules, events, or publications that occur biweekly but not necessarily on fixed weekdays.
Common Contexts
You will often see "隔週" used with verbs like 発行する (to publish), 開く (to hold), or 通う (to attend/go regularly). It is a neutral term suitable for both formal and informal contexts.
Collocations and Patterns
- 隔週で + [verb]: indicates an action happening every other week.
- 隔週発行: biweekly publication.
- 隔週ミーティング: meetings held every two weeks.
Usage Tips
"隔週" differs from "毎週" (every week) and "月2回" (twice a month). While "隔週" strictly means every two weeks, "月2回" can be irregular within a month. Be careful not to confuse these when scheduling.
Common Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "隔週" with "隔日" (every other day). Remember "隔週" relates to weeks, not days.