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MONTHS AND ORDINAL NUMBERS

This topic covers the names of the months in a year and the use of ordinal numbers. Ordinal numbers are used to indicate the position or order of something in a sequence. This topic will explain the basic grammar rules for using months and ordinal numbers, provide useful expressions, and include examples of sentences, questions, answers, and a conversation.

Grammar

  1. Months of the Year: There are 12 months in a year, each with its own name:

    • January
    • February
    • March
    • April
    • May
    • June
    • July
    • August
    • September
    • October
    • November
    • December
  2. Ordinal Numbers: Ordinal numbers show the position in a sequence and are formed by adding -st, -nd, -rd, or -th to the base number:

    • 1st (first)
    • 2nd (second)
    • 3rd (third)
    • 4th (fourth)
    • 5th (fifth)
    • 6th (sixth)
    • 7th (seventh)
    • 8th (eighth)
    • 9th (ninth)
    • 10th (tenth)
    • 11th (eleventh)
    • 12th (twelfth)
    • 21st (twenty-first)
    • 22nd (twenty-second)
    • 23rd (twenty-third)
    • 24th (twenty-fourth)
    • 31st (thirty-first)

Vocabulary

  • Date: A specific day of the month.
  • Calendar: A system for organizing days and months.
  • Appointment: A scheduled meeting or event.
  • Anniversary: The yearly recurrence of a date.

Useful Expressions

  1. In (Month) - Refers to a specific month.

    • Example: "We are traveling in July."
  2. On the (Ordinal Number) of (Month) - Refers to a specific date.

    • Example: "The meeting is on the 15th of October."
  3. The (Ordinal Number) Month - Refers to the position of a month in the year.

    • Example: "January is the 1st month of the year."
  4. Every (Month) - Refers to something occurring each month.

    • Example: "We have a team meeting every March."

Sentences

  1. My birthday is on the 5th of May.
  2. The conference is in November.
  3. She will start her new job on the 1st of January.
  4. August is the 8th month of the year.
  5. Our anniversary is on the 10th of December.
  6. The office will be closed during the 24th and 25th of December.
  7. The project deadline is in April.

Questions and Answers

Q: What month is the 7th month of the year?
A: July is the 7th month of the year.

Q: When is your wedding anniversary?
A: My wedding anniversary is on the 12th of June.

Q: What is the 3rd month of the year?
A: March is the 3rd month of the year.

Q: When does the new school year start?
A: The new school year starts on the 1st of September.

Q: What is the date of your next appointment?
A: My next appointment is on the 22nd of April.

Conversation

A: Hi Sarah, do you know when our team retreat is scheduled?

B: Yes, it’s on the 14th of September.

A: Great! I need to book my travel. What’s the 6th month of the year?

B: The 6th month is June.

A: Got it. I also need to remember our quarterly review. When is that?

B: The quarterly review is on the 3rd of March.

A: Thanks! And just to confirm, when is the company’s holiday party?

B: The holiday party is on the 25th of December.

A: Perfect, I’ll make a note of that.

B: Great! If you have any other questions, let me know.

A: Will do. Thanks for your help!

Reading

Each year is divided into 12 months, each with its own unique characteristics. January, the 1st month of the year, begins the new year with fresh beginnings. The 5th month, May, is often associated with blooming flowers and warmer weather. July, the 7th month, is known for summer vacations and long days. As the year progresses, November, the 11th month, brings the fall season and shorter days. Finally, December, the 12th month, ends the year with celebrations and holidays.

Understanding months and ordinal numbers is crucial for organizing dates and scheduling events. By knowing which month is which and how to refer to specific dates, you can plan your activities and manage your time effectively.

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