Työviikonpäivä

Työviikonpäivä refers to a workday within the typical workweek. In Finland and many other Western countries, the standard workweek consists of five työviikonpäivää, usually Monday through Friday. These are the days when most people are expected to be engaged in their employment. The concept differentiates these days from weekends and public holidays, which are typically considered non-working days.

The length of a työviikonpäivä can vary depending on the industry, employment contract, and specific job role. Standard full-time employment often involves an eight-hour workday, totaling 40 hours for the workweek. However, part-time work, flexible hours, or compressed workweeks can alter the duration and scheduling of individual työviikonpäivää.

Finnish labor laws and collective agreements often stipulate regulations concerning working hours, breaks, and overtime for työviikonpäivää. These regulations aim to ensure fair working conditions and employee well-being. The term is fundamental to understanding work schedules, payroll calculations, and the overall structure of professional life in Finland.