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I'm on holidays vs I'm on holiday

Both these phrases are correct, but they're used in different contexts. 'I'm on holidays' is commonly used in British English to refer to a period of time when someone's taking a break from work or school. On the other hand, 'I'm on holiday' is often used in American English to refer to a specific vacation or trip. The choice between the two phrases depends on the regional variation of English being used.
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I'm on holidays

This phrase is correct and commonly used in British English.

This phrase is used to refer to a period of time when someone is taking a break from work or school.

Examples:

  • I'm on holidays next week, so I won't be able to attend the meeting.
  • She's on holidays for two weeks, visiting her family in Scotland.
  • Is that right? I was searching on the internet and I found many answers. I'm on holidays? I'm on holiday? Thanks! Sep 3, 2015 11:40 AM.
  • May 1, 2009 ...I'm on holidays. I'm from England,” she said. “Hackney. Do you know Hackney?” he cried at the top of his voice. “I'm from Nottingham. My dad's ...
  • Oct 27, 2024 ... While I'm on holidays and cannot make educational content sending you some some graphic design artefacts from Valencia, Spain for inspiration.
  • Aug 9, 2022 ... I'm on holidays in France and I got all of these at a fnac store. Sorry for the bad quality :p.
  • Jul 7, 2022 ... I'm on holidays in France, 3/6 times Klefki (France regional) has been my daily spawn. Is that just a coincidence?
  • Jul 6, 2022 ... I'm on holidays myself for the next couple of weeks, and the scramble I'm in right now means I'll be taking my own advice once I step away.
  • May 6, 2024 ... When I'm on holidays I'm not working. And carrying around a large camera kit is work. Plus, there is the fear of someone stealing it if you ...
  • Sep 29, 2007 ... I'm on Holidays! Real life? Or Second life? Yeah I am on holidays!!!! And have been chuckling at comments by others whether this means I ...

Alternatives:

  • I'm on vacation
  • I'm on leave
  • I'm taking time off

I'm on holiday

This phrase is correct and commonly used in American English.

This phrase is used to refer to a specific vacation or trip.

Examples:

  • I'm on holiday in Hawaii, enjoying the beautiful beaches.
  • He's on holiday for a week, exploring the sights of New York City.
  • Mar 2, 2023 ... In American English we say I'm on vacation. British English more often says I'm on holiday, I believe. They both mean the same, just different ...
  • May 9, 2016 ... ... I'm on holiday." Americans would say "I'm on vacation." If they were ... I'm on holiday|Also a side note people in the US don't say ...
  • Aug 9, 2021 ...I'm on holiday” indicates a normal holiday, whilst “on a holiday,” might make me think that you are taking a break (off season) for health ...
  • Aug 5, 2022 ... Sorry, new seller here. What do I do if someone's bought an item from me but I'm on holiday so I won't be able to send the item in time.
  • Apr 5, 2022 ... Text message I'm on holiday. i Need to set up automated text message when on holidays to say I am unavailable until…… just to work employees ...
  • Dec 12, 2022 ... Join. Options. Report. is there a way to tell finch I'm on holiday? love to be set holiday tasks, and pause the others! Upvote 31. Downvote
  • May 1, 2009 ... I would say, "I'm on holiday" and "I had a good holiday." But that's just one opinion. natkretep. Moderato con anima (English Only).
  • May 16, 2017 ... Got an interview when I'm on holiday [duplicate] · I say I am unavailable and ask if it would be possible to change the date. · I just go anyway.
  • I'm on holiday? Thanks! Sep 3, 2015 11:40 AM. 11. 0. Answers · 11 ... 'I'm on holiday' is the most common and standard way, and you might also hear 'I'm on ...

Alternatives:

  • I'm on vacation
  • I'm taking a trip
  • I'm away on a holiday

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