~月
~がつ / ~つき
gatsu
JLPT N5VocabularyLevel 3 - JLPT N5

Quick answer

~月 (~がつ (gatsu)) means "month". Use this page for pronunciation, example sentences, and related kanji.

Meaning

month

Also : ~ month (suffix) · moon

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Meaning ·

The word ~月 (~がつ) means 'month of year'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of month of year.

Example Sentences

四月から新しい学校に行きます。

しがつからあたらしいがっこうにいきます。

From April, I go to a new school.

七月と八月は夏休みです。

しちがつとはちがつはなつやすみです。

July and August are the summer vacation.

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Last updated May 20, 2026

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