Definition

Noun: - The fifth month of the Hindu calendar: Sawan is the name of a specific month in the traditional Hindu lunar calendar, corresponding typically to the period from late July to late August in the Gregorian calendar. It is considered an auspicious and holy month, particularly dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Devotees observe fasts every Monday during the month of Sawan.
  • The festival of Raksha Bandhan often falls in the month of Sawan.
  • Many pilgrims travel to holy rivers in Sawan.

Advanced Usage

• "The month of Sawan": A common phrasing to specify the time period.
  • The temple is especially crowded in the month of Sawan.

Variants and Related Words

• Shravan: An alternative and more common transliteration for the same Hindu month.
  • Shravan is considered the holiest month of the year for many Hindus.

Synonyms

• Shravan: The direct synonym and alternate spelling for the same lunar month.

Notes on Different Meanings

• This word specifically refers to the Hindu calendar month. It does not have other general meanings in English outside of this cultural and religious context.

Noun

1. the fifth month of the Hindu calendar