for the weekend

[MikeNewYork]

Originally Posted by bmo

Very interesting. Below is from the American Heritage Dictionary:

Next, coming directly after in time or sequence; immediately succeeding: next Monday; the next president. (you are right here.)

Two co-workers, both native speakers, said next weekend is next week's weekend.

Thanks.

BMO

It can be very confusing because different people use the words differently. When it is important, one should always clarify.

[RonBee]

Sometimes, to avoid confusion, a person will say: "Not this weekend, but next weekend."

:)

[MikeNewYork]

Originally Posted by RonBee

Sometimes, to avoid confusion, a person will say: "Not this weekend, but next weekend."

:)

Yes! :)

[bmo]

I can see it is confusing, and a further qualification is better. Thank to all. BMO

[MikeNewYork]

Originally Posted by bmo

I can see it is confusing, and a further qualification is better. Thank to all. BMO

No problem. :wink: