next Wednesday

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "next Wednesday" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to the Wednesday that follows the current week, typically when today is not Wednesday. Example: "Let's schedule our meeting for next Wednesday at 3 PM."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

59 human-written examples

Look for a Spock launch next Wednesday, August 8.

TechCrunch

It is next Wednesday, not today.

The New York Times

Also, as of next Wednesday, there will be no Wednesdays.

The New Yorker

"Be ready next Wednesday".

The New York Times

The game resumes next Wednesday.

The New Yorker

See you next Wednesday!

The Guardian - TV & Radio

"Nobody called us until the next Wednesday".

The New York Times

See you next Wednesday, 11 A.M. sharp!

The New Yorker

No performance next Wednesday evening.

The New York Times

The holiday begins next Wednesday.

The New York Times

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Similar Expressions

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Tuesday through next Sunday.

The New York Times - Arts

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "next Wednesday" when you need to specify a Wednesday that is not the immediate upcoming one. For immediate upcoming Wednesday use "this Wednesday".

Common error

Avoid using "next Wednesday" when referring to the upcoming Wednesday in the current week. "This Wednesday" is appropriate for the immediate upcoming Wednesday.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "next Wednesday" functions as an adverbial of time, modifying a verb or clause to specify when an action will occur. As Ludwig shows, it's commonly used to set deadlines, schedule events, and make future arrangements.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

88%

Wiki

4%

Science

2%

Less common in

Formal & Business

1%

Encyclopedias

0%

Reference

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "next Wednesday" is a common and grammatically sound way to refer to the Wednesday that follows the upcoming one. Ludwig confirms its wide usage, particularly in news and media. To avoid confusion, be mindful of distinguishing it from "this Wednesday", which refers to the Wednesday in the current week. While alternatives like "the following Wednesday" exist, "next Wednesday" is a clear and versatile option suitable for both formal and informal communication.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

the Wednesday after next

Emphasizes the Wednesday that follows the immediately upcoming one.

Wednesday week

A more concise way of saying "next Wednesday", common in British English.

coming Wednesday

Highlights the imminence of the Wednesday in question.

following Wednesday

Stresses that the Wednesday is the one that comes after the current period.

Wednesday the [date]

Provides a specific date for clarity, removing any ambiguity.

the Wednesday of next week

A more descriptive, slightly more formal way to indicate the date.

on Wednesday of next week

Adds a preposition for added clarity to the date that is discussed.

a week from this Wednesday

Highlights the duration until the specified Wednesday.

the subsequent Wednesday

More formal alternative emphasizing the sequential nature of the date.

that coming Wednesday

Emphasizes that we already knew or were speaking about a specific Wednesday.

FAQs

How do I use "next Wednesday" in a sentence?

"Next Wednesday" is typically used to specify a future Wednesday. For example, "The meeting is scheduled for "next Wednesday"."

What's the difference between "this Wednesday" and "next Wednesday"?

"This Wednesday" refers to the upcoming Wednesday within the current week. "Next Wednesday" refers to the Wednesday of the following week.

Is "next Wednesday" formal or informal?

"Next Wednesday" is appropriate for both formal and informal contexts. It's a neutral and clear way to specify a future date.

Can I use "on next Wednesday" instead of "next Wednesday"?

While not grammatically incorrect, "next Wednesday" is more concise and commonly used than "on next Wednesday". Using only ""next Wednesday"" is usually preferred.