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Feb.
A common abbreviation for the month name 'Februar' (February).
example
Die Konferenz findet vom 12. bis 14. Feb. statt.
The conference will take place from Feb. 12 to 14.
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Meanings
Usage tips
Use as an abbreviation
'Feb.' is the official abbreviation for 'Februar' (February). The period at the end is important and shows that it is an abbreviation.
EXAMPLE
Bitte senden Sie die Unterlagen bis zum 20. Feb. an uns zurück.
Please send the documents back to us by Feb. 20.
Written usage
This abbreviation is used almost exclusively in written language to save space. It is often found in calendars, forms, tables, or date references in letters and emails. In spoken language, you always say 'Februar' (February).
EXAMPLE
Die Rechnung ist fällig am 15. Feb. 2025.
The invoice is due on Feb. 15, 2025.
Typical combinations
'Feb.' almost always appears together with a number to indicate a specific date. Typical formulations are 'am 5. Feb.' (on Feb. 5) or in time periods such as 'von 10.–12. Feb.' (from Feb. 10–12).
EXAMPLE
Mein Geburtstag ist am 28. Feb.
My birthday is on Feb. 28.
Compare with
Feb vs Februar
February
'der Februar' and 'der Feb' mean the same month. 'Februar' is the full and normal form and fits in almost all situations, especially when speaking and in complete sentences. 'Feb' is an abbreviation and is more likely to appear in calendars, lists, notes, or short date formats. They can be confused because both point to the same month. For clear normal language, 'Februar' is more natural; 'Feb' saves space and feels short or note-like.
Feb
Auf dem Plan steht der Termin für den 12. Feb.
The schedule lists the appointment for Feb. 12.
Februar
Im Februar besuchen wir meine Tante in Hamburg.
In February, we are visiting my aunt in Hamburg.
In real life
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