/dʒʊˈlaɪ/

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Meaning

The seventh month of the year, between June and August. It always takes a capital letter.

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Word origin

From Latin Iulius, the month the Romans renamed in honour of Julius Caesar, who was born in it.

Origin
Latin
Root
Iulius

Examples

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We say "in July" for something during that month.

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July is the seventh month of the year.

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"July" keeps its capital letter, even in the middle of a sentence.

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July: worksheet, infographic and listicle

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This word is taught in chapter 29, lesson 12: July, jazz, speaker and 5 more words.