Basic Details
Word: January
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The first month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, typically comprising 31 days.
Synonyms: N/A
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- New year, new beginnings: A phrase used to express the opportunity for a fresh start at the beginning of January. Example: "With the arrival of January, she believed in new year, new beginnings and set her goals."
- January blues: A term describing the feelings of sadness or disappointment that some people experience after the excitement of the holiday season. Example: "As the holiday decorations came down, he felt the January blues creeping in."
Usage Examples
Example 1: In January, many people make resolutions to improve their lives in the new year.
Example 2: January is often a cold month in many places, prompting families to enjoy cosy evenings indoors.
Example 3: The annual winter festival usually takes place in January, attracting visitors from all over.
Fun Fact
The name "January" comes from Janus, the Roman god of doors and gates, symbolising the transition between the old year and the new one.
Famous Quote
"Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right." - Oprah Winfrey
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "January" refer to?
a) A type of flower
b) The first month of the year
c) A holiday
d) A season
Answer: b) The first month of the year
2. What is an example of an idiom associated with January?
a) The hunter's moon
b) New year, new beginnings
c) Summer's end
d) A flash in the pan
Answer: b) New year, new beginnings
3. Which sentence uses "January" correctly?
a) January is the month when flowers bloom.
b) The festival happens in January every year.
c) January is always too hot to go outside.
d) Everyone goes skiing in January in the ocean.
Answer: b) The festival happens in January every year.
4. What does the phrase "January blues" mean?
a) Excitement during the holidays
b) Sad feelings after the holiday season
c) Happy moments in the summer
d) A celebration during spring
Answer: b) Sad feelings after the holiday season
5. "Cheers to a new year" relates to which month?
a) February
b) March
c) January
d) December
Answer: c) January
