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der Februar
February
The second month of the year in the Gregorian calendar, which has 28 days or 29 days in a leap year.
example
Mein Geburtstag ist am 15. Februar.
My birthday is on February 15.
der Februar
February
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Meanings
Usage tips
Correct preposition
For the month as a period of time, use 'im Februar' (in February). For an exact date, use 'am' before the day, e.g. 'am 10. Februar' (on February 10).
EXAMPLE
Im Februar ist es in Deutschland oft noch sehr kalt.
In February, it is often still very cold in Germany.
Time expression without a preposition
If you want to give an approximate time in the month, you can put 'Anfang' (beginning), 'Mitte' (middle), or 'Ende' (end) directly before 'Februar' (February). In this case, you do not need a preposition or an article.
EXAMPLE
Die Prüfung findet Mitte Februar statt.
The exam takes place in mid-February.
Regional variant
In Austria and parts of southern Germany, the shorter form 'der Feber' is often also used for February. This form is very common there in everyday language.
EXAMPLE
Im Feber fahren wir immer in den Skiurlaub.
In February, we always go on a skiing holiday.
Compare with
Februar vs Feb
Feb.
'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.
Februar
Im Februar besuchen wir meine Tante in Hamburg.
In February, we are visiting my aunt in Hamburg.
Feb
Auf dem Plan steht der Termin für den 12. Feb.
The schedule lists the appointment for Feb. 12.
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