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Questions & Answers about Weekendul este aici acum.
Why is there a suffix -ul in weekendul?
Romanian attaches the definite article to the end of the noun. weekend is a masculine inanimate noun, so its singular definite form is weekendul, literally “the weekend.”
Why is este used instead of e, and are they interchangeable?
este is the full 3rd-person singular form of the verb a fi (“to be”). In everyday speech, Romanians often contract it to e. Both mean “is,” but este is slightly more formal or emphatic, while e is colloquial.
Can I say Weekendul e aici acum instead of Weekendul este aici acum?
Absolutely. Weekendul e aici acum is a perfectly natural, more informal version. The meaning stays the same and it’s very common in conversation.
Why is the order aici acum (“here now”) rather than acum aici?
Romanian word order is flexible. aici acum emphasizes “here” then “now.” You could say Weekendul este acum aici and it’s still correct—just a slight shift in emphasis toward the timing first.
Is Weekendul este aici acum considered formal or informal?
It’s neutral. Simple present-tense statements without pronouns are neither particularly formal nor informal. Context and tone will determine formality.
How do I pronounce weekendul?
Pronounce it roughly as “we-KEN-dul,” with the stress on the second syllable. The “w” sounds like English w, and both e vowels are like the “e” in “bet.”
Could I use a fully Romanian phrase instead of weekend?
Yes. You can say sfârșitul săptămânii este aici acum, meaning “the end of the week is here now.” It’s more formal and less colloquial than weekendul.