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UK//njuː jɪəz//US//nu jɪrz//

Meaning of New year's

The holiday marking the start of the new calendar year.

In simple words: The first day of the new year.

New year's in a sentence

  • We're planning a big party for New Year's.
  • Many people make resolutions on New Year's.
  • Fireworks are a tradition on New Year's.
  • I always spend New Year's with my family.
  • New Year's celebrations can be very exciting.

How to use New year's

Commonly used in celebrations; appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, especially during winter holidays.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of all the 'new' resolutions you'd make on 'New Year’s' Day!

Related words

Collocations with New year's

  • New Year's Eve
  • celebrate New Year's
  • New Year's party

Synonyms for New year's

  • New Year
  • January 1st
  • New Year's Eve

Common mistakes with New year's

  • Confused with 'New Years' (incorrect usage).
  • Using 'New year’s' when referring to the holiday incorrectly.
  • Omitting the apostrophe when referring to events.

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Frequently asked questions about New year's

What does New year's mean?

The first day of the new year.

What is the definition of New year's?

The holiday marking the start of the new calendar year.

How do you use New year's in a sentence?

We're planning a big party for New Year's.

Can you give another example of New year's?

Many people make resolutions on New Year's.

What are synonyms for New year's?

Common alternatives include New Year, January 1st, New Year's Eve.

What words go with New year's?

It commonly pairs with New Year's Eve, celebrate New Year's, New Year's party.

What are common mistakes when using New year's?

Confused with 'New Years' (incorrect usage). Using 'New year’s' when referring to the holiday incorrectly. Omitting the apostrophe when referring to events.

How do you pronounce New year's?

US: //nu jɪrz//, UK: //njuː jɪəz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use New year's?

Commonly used in celebrations; appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, especially during winter holidays.