Synonyms for

Janeiro

Verb / dʒʌˈneˌrəʊ / / ʒʌˈneˌrəʊ / Another word for janeiro — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Janeiro is a Portuguese word meaning 'January', which is the first month of the year.

Synonyms & similar words

January Jan

Synonyms by register

Formal

commencement inception opening initiation

Informal

start beginning kick-off onset

Literary

dawn genesis advent

Antonyms

late delayed postponed after subsequent

Common collocations

  • new year
  • start of the year
  • first month
  • January thaw
  • New Year's Day
  • early January
  • mid-January

Word family

noun January
adjective Januarian

Usage note

January is the first month of the Gregorian calendar. It is a proper noun and should always be capitalized.

Example sentences

  1. 1. I am excited for my birthday in Janeiro.
  2. 2. Janeiro is the month when we celebrate New Year's Day.
  3. 3. My favorite season is winter, and Janeiro is the first month of winter.
  4. 4. In Janeiro, we usually set new goals and resolutions for the year ahead.
  5. 5. I love the fresh start that Janeiro brings.

Quotes

  • 1. 'Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.' - Oprah Winfrey
  • 2. 'January is the month for dreaming.' - Jean Hersey
  • 3. 'New Year's Day is every man's birthday.' - Charles Lamb

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