April

American  

[ey-pruhl] / ˈeɪ prəl /

noun

1. the fourth month of the year, containing 30 days. Apr.

2. a first name.

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April British  

/ ˈeɪprəl /

noun

1. the fourth month of the year, consisting of 30 days

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Usage

What is April? April is the fourth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It has 30 days and is between March and May. April is the middle month of spring for the Northern Hemisphere and autumn for the Southern Hemisphere. In the Northern Hemisphere, the temperature generally rises throughout the month, while in the Southern Hemisphere, it generally lowers. Much like May, June, and August, April is often used as a given name. It is typically a given name for women. Example: I always donate a lot of my clothes in April as a part of spring cleaning.

Etymology

Origin of April

First recorded before 1150; Middle English, from Latin Aprīlis (adjective, as modifying mēnsis “month”), probably based on Etruscan apru “Aphrodite,” from Greek Aphrodítē; replacing Middle English Averil (from Old French avril, from Latin ), in its turn replacing late Old English aprilis (from Latin )

Example Sentences

Murrell was first arrested and questioned on 5 April 2023, with Sturgeon arrested two months later in connection with the inquiry.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

In an interview with The Wall Street Journal in April, Breman highlighted New Zealand’s exposure to the effects of the Middle East conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

But he's already planned an "appreciation post" for players who helped him - like when Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott scored 12 points against Arsenal in April.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Elections took place in February and April in 27 countries -- but not China.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

“It is just as you say, Miss Lumley. April crocuses everywhere I look.”

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood