Are you just learning English? Have you only recently begun to expand your vocabulary? So, if you are, a smart place to start is by knowing the names of the months. To learn the English names for the months, read the article.
In 2024, knowing the names of the months in English is essential for effective communication and organization throughout the year. Whether you’re setting appointments, planning events, or discussing dates, understanding and using the correct names of the months is key. Here’s a comprehensive list of the months in English:
List of Month Names
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February |
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April |
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June |
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August |
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October |
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November |
December |
Explore More about Months
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Name of Months |
About It |
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January |
January is the first month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. This month has 31 days, and the first day of this month is celebrated as New Year’s Day all over the world. 26th January is celebrated in India as Republic Day. Similarly, 23rd January in India marks the birthday of the greatest Indian patriot Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. |
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February |
February is the second month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. February has 28 or 29 days depending upon whether it’s a leap year. If it’s a leap year, February has 29 days and if it’s not a leap year, then it has 28 days. 14th February is celebrated all around the world as Valentine’s Day or Saint Valentine’s Day. |
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March |
March is the third month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. This month has 31 days and marks the beginning of the spring season. The Festival of Colours, commonly known as Holi, is celebrated in the month of March. |
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April |
April is the fourth month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. This month has 30 days. Festivals like Baisakhi, Easter, and Good Friday are celebrated in this month. |
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May |
May is the fifth month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. This month has 31 days. 1st May is celebrated as May Day and many countries offer public holidays on this day. |
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June |
June is the sixth month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. This month has 30 days. |
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July |
July is the seventh month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. This month has 31 days. |
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August |
August is the eighth month of the Gregorian and Julian calendars. This month has 31 days. 15th August is celebrated as Independence Day in India. |
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September |
September is the ninth month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. This month has 30 days. 5th September is celebrated as Teacher’s Day in India. |
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October |
October is the tenth month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. This month has 31 days. 5th October is celebrated as World Teacher’s Day. |
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November |
November is the eleventh month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. This month has 30 days. 14th November is celebrated as Children’s Day in India. |
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December |
June is the twelfth and the last month of the Georgian and Julian calendars. This month has 31 days. 25th December is celebrated as Christmas all over the world. |
Frequently Asked Questions on the Names of Months
How many days does February have?
February is the only month that has 28 or 29 days. It has 28 days, but every four years February has 29 days and that year is called a Leap Year.
In which month is Holi celebrated in India?
It is in March that Holi is celebrated in India. March marks the advent of spring in India and Holi is the first festival celebrated in spring.
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Jennifer is an experienced English Language Consultant at International English Test, where she has been working full-time since February 2020. Based in London, England.
Before joining us, Jennifer was a self-employed English Language Teacher from January 2015 to December 2019. During this time, she taught English Language and Literature remotely from Cambridge, England, helping numerous students improve their language skills.
Jennifer holds a degree in English Language and Literature in Cambridge. Her extensive experience and educational background make her a valuable asset in the field of English language education. She continues to contribute to us with her valuable articles about English teaching and assessment.
