months (A1)
noun
Pronunciation: /mʌnθs/
Definition
A period of time equal to one twelfth of a year, usually having 30 or 31 days (except February).
Examples
It took me six months to learn to play the guitar.
The baby grew so quickly in the first few months of life.
We are planning our vacation for the summer months.
How to Use months
- for [number] months (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates a duration of time. — "I've been working here for three months."
- in [number] months (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates a point in time in the future. — "We will launch the new product in six months."
- over the months (prepositional phrase)
- During a period of several months. — "Her mood improved over the months."
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