How to Pronounce "February"
Easy
IPA
ˈfɛbruɛri
Syllables:
feb·ru·ar·y
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What does "February" mean?
nounThe second month of the year, containing 28 days or 29 in a leap year.
Example:
"Valentine's Day falls on February 14th."
Origin of "February"
From Latin Februarius, named after the purification ritual Februum held on February 15.
How to Say "February"
🗣️ Step by Step
The word 'February' is broken down into three syllables: 'FEB' (sounds like FEB), 'RU' (sounds like ROO), and 'ARY' (sounds like AIR-ee). Stress the first syllable: FEB-roo-air-ee.
⚠️ Common Mistake
The most common mistake is omitting the 'r' in the second syllable, pronouncing it as 'FEB-youary' instead of 'FEB-ru-ary', which can lead to confusion.
💬 Example
Valentine's Day falls on February 14th.
Frequently asked questions
How do you pronounce February?
February is pronounced ˈfɛbruɛri. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.
Is February hard to pronounce?
February is considered easy to pronounce. The IPA phonetic transcription is ˈfɛbruɛri.