What is a fortnight?
Q: What is a fortnight?
A: A fortnight is a unit of time equal to 14 days (2 weeks).
Q: Where does the word 'fortnight' come from?
A: The word comes from the Old English fēowertyne niht, meaning "fourteen nights".
Q: Are wages and salaries typically paid every fortnight?
A: Yes, some wages and salaries are paid every fortnight.
Q: Is it more common to use the term biweekly in North America?
A: Yes, it is more common to use the term biweekly in North America.
Q: Should 'fortnight' be confused with semimonthly?
A: No, neither of these terms should be confused with semimonthly.
Q: How many days does a fortnight last for?
A: A fortnight lasts for 14 days (2 weeks).
