September

[sep-tem-ber]

noun

1. the ninth month of the year, containing 30 days. Sept., Sep.

September

/ sɛpˈtɛmbə /

noun

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

Other Word Forms

• Septembral adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of September¹

First recorded before 1050; Middle English Septembre, Old English, from Latin September “seventh month” in the early Roman calendar; for formation December

Word History and Origins

Origin of September¹

Old English, from Latin: the seventh (month) according to the original calendar of ancient Rome, from septem seven

Example Sentences

Sabalenka, who retained her US Open title in September, controlled the match against Rybakina, sealing the first set with a hold before breaking the Kazakhstani's serve in the first game of the second.

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Thailand’s consumer prices declined for a sixth straight month in September, with inflation far below the central bank’s 1%-3% target range.

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Pollsters said she was among the world’s most unpopular leaders, with 2.5% support in September, according to polling company CPI.

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Hatton, whose passion, personality and skills drew huge crowds throughout his career, was found dead at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester, on 14 September at the age of 46.

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In September, he dismissed social media rumors swirling about his health -- including false posts that he had died.

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When To Use

What is September?

September is the ninth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar. It has 30 days and is between August and October.In the Northern Hemisphere, September is known as the first month of the autumn season, while in the Southern Hemisphere, it’s the first month of the spring season.Much of the world celebrates International Workers Day in May, but in the United States and Canada, a similar celebration, called Labor Day, is held. It is celebrated on the first Monday of September.The Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah, which marks the beginning of the year, is normally held in September. The holiday’s exact date changes because it is set according to the Hebrew calendar, which is based on the Moon’s cycle.Example: For many people, September is a calm month before the holidays in October, November, and December.