三月
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Month name formed by number 『三』 (san, 'three') + counter 『月』 (gatsu, 'month'). Used in dates, e.g., 『三月五日』 (sangatsu itsuka, 'March 5th').
Theme
User and their friend Hana are talking about spring festivals and deciding when to visit Kyoto for cherry blossoms.
三月
さんがつ
March
Time & DatesDays & Months
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'march' (sounds like 'March') of three soldiers in a parade — 'three' for March! 'San' (three) + 'gatsu' (month) → 『三月』 (sangatsu, 'March').
Cultural Note
In Japan, March marks the end of the school and fiscal year, with graduation ceremonies called 『卒業式』 (sotsugyoushiki, 'graduation ceremony') often held. It's also a time for cherry blossom viewing in warmer regions.
Forms
Base: 三月Month name formed by number 『三』 (san, 'three') + counter 『月』 (gatsu, 'month'). Used in dates, e.g., 『三月五日』 (sangatsu itsuka, 'March 5th').