Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

april fools' day

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 3.86 in modern English

Syllables: april -fool-s' -day
IPA

22

Scrabble Score

13

Letters

4

Syllables

10

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The first day in April, when tricks and practical jokes are traditionally played

Example Sentences

"(Scottish)"

Inflected Forms

April Fools' Days (plural) April Fool's Day (alternative)

Phrases

April fool April fools

Frequently Paired Words

April fool April fools Childermas

Synonyms

All Fools' Day Gowkie Day hunting the gowke hunt-the-gowk Huntigowk april fools'

Questions

What does april fools' day mean?: The first day in April, when tricks and practical jokes are traditionally played

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