How to pronounce February in English

February is pronounced FEB-yoo-air-ee (IPA /ˈfɛbjuˌɛri/). Most natives say 'FEB-yoo-air-ee' — soften the first 'r' to a 'y'.

IPA: /ˈfɛbjuˌɛri/

Syllables: FEB · yoo · air · ee

Common ESL mistake: Learners over-pronounce the first 'r' as 'feb-ROO-ary'.

Tip: Most natives say 'FEB-yoo-air-ee' — soften the first 'r' to a 'y'.

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