donnerstags

on Thursdays

adverb DON-ners-tahks Rare

Usage Note

donnerstags is the habitual adverb for Thursdays. Donnerstags ist Markt is a typical notice in towns. Named after Donner (thunder), i.e. Thor's day.

Examples

"Donnerstags wird in der Kantine frischer Fisch angeboten."

Natural Translation

On Thursdays the canteen offers fresh fish.

Literal Translation

Thursdays is in the canteen fresh fish offered.

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