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How many days are there in a fortnight​?


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Express number of days in a fortnight:

  1. A fortnight is a time unit equivalent to 14 days or 2 weeks.
  2. The term is derived from the Old English word fēowertyne niht, meaning 14 nights.
  3. On a fortnightly basis, certain wages and salaries are paid.
  4. It is much more popular in North America.

Thus, there are 14 days in a fortnight.


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