Pronounce 08
FEBRUARY
Natural Pronunciation
Say it: FEB-roo-air-ee
Four syllables in this pronunciation.
FEB rhymes with web; roo rhymes with blue; finish with air and ee as in see.
Say FEB most strongly.
FEB-yoo-air-ee is also common in American English.
Practical Use
My sister starts her new job in February.
The company plans to launch its new product in February.
February is usually one of the coldest months where I live.
We started our English course last February.
The application deadline is February 28 this year.
Read in Context
Planning for the New Year
At the beginning of January, Thomas made a list of goals he wanted to achieve before summer. He planned to exercise regularly, improve his English, and save money for a short vacation. By February, he had already developed a routine. He attended evening classes twice a week and practiced speaking with a colleague during lunch. February was particularly busy at work, so he sometimes struggled to find enough time for everything. Instead of abandoning his goals, he adjusted his schedule and began studying for fifteen minutes each morning. By the end of February, he noticed that he understood conversations more easily. The month reminded him that steady progress often matters more than dramatic changes.
Understanding the Word
February is the second month of the year. Its pronunciation can be surprising because the spelling contains two “r” letters.
A date: My appointment is February 12.
A time period: We moved to Chicago in February.
A recurring event: The annual conference takes place every February.
