January
Connected to Janus, the Roman deity associated with thresholds and transitions.
Meaning and origin
The calendar's first month takes its name from Janus, a Roman god with dominion over boundaries and new beginnings.
How to pronounce January
| English (US) | JAN-yoo-er-ee /ˈdʒænjuˌɛri/ |
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