Saturday
Derived from the English term for the final day of the working week, with roots in Old English sæterdæg, meaning "Saturn's day" in reference to the Roman god.
Meaning and origin
Saturday derives its name from the Roman god Saturn and has been adopted as a given name in English-speaking African communities.
How to pronounce Saturday
| English (US) | SAT-ur-day /ˈsætərdeɪ/ |
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