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

When Díaz underwent the procedure to remove loose bodies from his elbow in late April, the Dodgers eyed a post-All-Star break return.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2026

To encourage off-season visits, Brass Lantern Inn, which is within walking distance of shops, restaurants and beaches, offers a free third night from mid-October through late April.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

Richard Lee will pick up the baton from long-serving Lib Dem councillor Mike Mackrory, who died suddenly in April.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

The core personal expenditures price index is expected to rise 0.4% from April.

From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026

President Abraham Lincoln died on April 15, 1865.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock