"I worked all vacation long." vs "i worked all holiday long."

Question

"I worked all vacation long." vs "i worked all holiday long."

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I worked all holiday long' is commonly used in British English to refer to a period of time off work, while 'I worked all vacation long' is more commonly used in American English to refer to a period of time off from school or work.

Last Updated: April 01, 2024

This phrase is commonly used in American English to indicate that someone worked throughout a vacation period, such as summer break or a planned time off.

Examples:

I worked all vacation long to save up for my trip.
He worked all vacation long on his research project.

Alternatives:

I worked all through the vacation.
I worked throughout the vacation.
I worked the entire vacation.
I worked during the vacation.
I worked over the vacation.

This phrase is commonly used in British English to indicate that someone worked throughout a holiday period, such as Christmas or Easter.

Examples:

I worked all holiday long and didn't get a chance to relax.
She worked all holiday long to meet the project deadline.

Alternatives:

I worked all through the holiday.
I worked throughout the holiday.
I worked the entire holiday.
I worked during the holiday.
I worked over the holiday.

Answer 1

I worked all vacation long.

This phrase is correct, especially in American English, to refer to a period of time off from school or work.

Answer 2

i worked all holiday long.

This phrase is correct, especially in British English, to refer to a period of time off work.

"I worked all vacation long." vs "i worked all holiday long."

I worked all vacation long.

i worked all holiday long.

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