Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

office hours

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: Zipf frequency 5.10 in modern English

Syllables: of-fice hours
IPA

22

Scrabble Score

11

Letters

2

Syllables

9

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The times, typically from about 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, when non-24/7 office workers are at their desks.

noun

A pre-arranged time when a person whose occupation frequently takes them away from their office during working hours is available in their office to answer questions or provide assistance without the requirement for an appointment.

Example Sentences

"To request a brochure, please call during office hours."
"He cut his Psychology once or twice, nor could he succeed, during office hours, in keeping his mind on office-routine."
"If you need help with the homework, the professor will be holding office hours on Thursday from 7–9pm."

Phrases

bankers' hours business hours

Frequently Paired Words

bankers' hours business hours

Questions

What does office hours mean?: The times, typically from about 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, when non-24/7 office workers are at their desks.

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