By Malissa The Writer
Don’t assume you know because you don’t.
You might not notice it, but sometimes when people write months they tend to abbreviate them, especially September, and abbreviation is ok…as long as you follow the abbreviation rules for months. I know it seems trivial, however it will be easier for the reader to comprehend and for a smoother flow. When it comes to writing it’s the little things that make a big difference, and if I had to learn it so must you. So let’s jump right in!
Here’s the only thing you have to remember when it comes to writing months: months are abbreviated when placed with dates, except March, April, May June, and July. (Louder for the people in the back). That means you can only abbreviate September if you have a date (number) with it. For example: “Lauren’s 22nd birthday is at the end of September” not “Lauren’s 22nd birthday is at the end of Sept.” You can also write it this way, “Our anniversary is Feb. 1” because you can choose to abbreviate the month because a date is attached to it. How about, “I started my new job around November or December”. You have to spell out both words because their is no date attached with it.
So what have we learned today class? Months can only be abbreviated if they have a date, except March – July. Why those months a few of you might ask? I think because those months are too short to abbreviate, but I could be wrong. Nevertheless, now you know how to properly abbreviate months when writing. I hope this will be helpful, especially for you journalists, bloggers, and freelance writers.
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