C1verb 1K

March

🇬🇧 UK /["/mɑːtʃ/","/ˈmɑːtʃɪz/","/mɑːtʃt/","/ˈmɑːtʃɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/mɑːrtʃ/","/ˈmɑːrtʃɪz/","/mɑːrtʃt/","/ˈmɑːrtʃɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of March

to walk with stiff regular steps like a soldier

In simple words: The third month of the year.

March in a sentence

• The soldiers were ordered to March forward despite the harsh weather conditions.
• Please March quietly through the library, as loud noises are not permitted.
• Many people used to March for civil rights in the 1960s.
• The parade will March down Main Street every Independence Day.
• The clock's hands seem to March swiftly as I wait for the train.
• We will March into a new era of technology next year.

How to use March

Used when referring to the month directly. Common in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it informally when discussing dates.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'March' like a soldier marching into spring.

Related words

Collocations with March

• briskly
• swiftly
• boldly
• on
• out of
• through
• march in step
• briskly
• swiftly
• boldly
• on
• out of
• through
• march in step
• peacefully
• triumphantly
• against
• for
• in support of
• briskly
• swiftly
• boldly
• on
• out of
• through
• march in step

Synonyms for March

• move
• advance
• proceed
• walk
• travel

Opposites of March

• halt
• stop

Common mistakes with March

• Confused with 'march' as a verb meaning to walk with regular steps.
• Incorrectly capitalized when used in the middle of a sentence.
• Mixing it up with other months due to similar sounds.

Frequently asked questions about March

What does March mean?

The third month of the year.

What is the definition of March?

to walk with stiff regular steps like a soldier

How do you use March in a sentence?

The soldiers were ordered to March forward despite the harsh weather conditions.

Can you give another example of March?

Please March quietly through the library, as loud noises are not permitted.

What are synonyms for March?

Common alternatives include move, advance, proceed, walk, travel.

What is the opposite of March?

Opposite meanings include halt, stop.

What words go with March?

It commonly pairs with briskly, swiftly, boldly, on, out of, through, march in step, briskly, swiftly, boldly, on, out of, through, march in step, peacefully, triumphantly, against, for, in support of, briskly, swiftly, boldly, on, out of, through, march in step.

What are common mistakes when using March?

Confused with 'march' as a verb meaning to walk with regular steps. Incorrectly capitalized when used in the middle of a sentence. Mixing it up with other months due to similar sounds.

How do you pronounce March?

US: /["/mɑːrtʃ/","/ˈmɑːrtʃɪz/","/mɑːrtʃt/","/ˈmɑːrtʃɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/mɑːtʃ/","/ˈmɑːtʃɪz/","/mɑːtʃt/","/ˈmɑːtʃɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use March?

Used when referring to the month directly. Common in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it informally when discussing dates.

What CEFR level is March?

"March" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.