Fridays

Fridays, commonly referred to as Friday, is the fifth day of the week in many calendars. In the ISO week date system it lies between Thursday and Saturday. The English name derives from Old English Frīgedæg, meaning “Freya’s day,” after the Norse goddess Freya; cognate forms appear in other Germanic languages (for example Freitag in German).

Friday has a range of cultural and religious associations. In Western Christian tradition, Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus. In Islam, Friday is a special day for communal prayer (Jumu’ah). In secular usage, Friday often marks the approach of the weekend, influencing work schedules, leisure activities, and commercial events, with expressions such as “Friday feeling” reflecting its social significance.

Fridays can also refer to the restaurant brand commonly known as TGI Fridays. The casual dining chain was founded in 1965 in New York City by Alan Stillman. The name is widely interpreted as an acronym for “Thank God It’s Friday” (or “Thank Goodness It’s Friday”). The chain operates internationally, offering American-style dishes, burgers, ribs, and cocktails, and is recognized for its lively bar atmosphere.