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February

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈfebruəri/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈfebrueri/"]/

Meaning of February

the 2nd month of the year, between January and March

In simple words: The second month of the year.

February in a sentence

• She was born in February.
• The meeting is on the fifth of February/February the fifth.
• The meeting is on February fifth.
• We went to Japan last February.
• I arrived at the end of February.
• last February's election
• It was a cold February morning.

How to use February

Use 'February' when referring specifically to the month. Note that some people mispronounce it as 'Febuary' with no 'r'. It's generally appropriate in both spoken and written contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'Feb-ru-ary' like a 'feather' being so light it floats through the second month.

Related words

Collocations with February

• February 14th
• late February
• February weather

Synonyms for February

• month
• time period
• calendar month

Opposites of February

• January
• March

Common mistakes with February

• 'Febuary' instead of 'February'.
• Forgetting to capitalize it when writing.
• Confusing the month with 'March' or 'January'.

Frequently asked questions about February

What does February mean?

The second month of the year.

What is the definition of February?

the 2nd month of the year, between January and March

How do you use February in a sentence?

She was born in February.

Can you give another example of February?

The meeting is on the fifth of February/February the fifth.

What are synonyms for February?

Common alternatives include month, time period, calendar month.

What is the opposite of February?

Opposite meanings include January, March.

What words go with February?

It commonly pairs with February 14th, late February, February weather.

What are common mistakes when using February?

'Febuary' instead of 'February'. Forgetting to capitalize it when writing. Confusing the month with 'March' or 'January'.

How do you pronounce February?

US: /["/ˈfebrueri/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfebruəri/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use February?

Use 'February' when referring specifically to the month. Note that some people mispronounce it as 'Febuary' with no 'r'. It's generally appropriate in both spoken and written contexts.

What CEFR level is February?

"February" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.