thammuz: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very LowFormal, Literary, Religious
Quick answer
What does “thammuz” mean?
A variant spelling of Tammuz, referring to the tenth month of the civil year and fourth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Hebrew calendar.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A variant spelling of Tammuz, referring to the tenth month of the civil year and fourth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Hebrew calendar.
Also refers to a Mesopotamian god of fertility and agriculture, or in some contexts, a poetic or archaic reference to summer or harvest time.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in usage between British and American English. The word is equally rare in both varieties.
Connotations
Carries connotations of ancient religion, mythology, and Jewish tradition.
Frequency
Extremely low frequency in both corpora, appearing almost exclusively in specialized contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “thammuz” in a Sentence
[proper noun]Vocabulary
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used in business contexts.
Academic
Used in religious studies, history, and comparative mythology papers.
Everyday
Virtually never used in everyday conversation.
Technical
Used as a proper noun in calendars and religious timetables.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “thammuz”
- Misspelling as 'Thamuz' or 'Thammus'.
- Using it as a common noun instead of a proper noun (e.g., 'a thammuz').
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, 'thammuz' is a less common variant spelling of 'Tammuz'. The standard spelling in most modern texts is 'Tammuz'.
In the Hebrew calendar, Thammuz usually falls in June-July of the Gregorian calendar.
No, it is a highly specialized term. In everyday contexts, you would simply say 'June' or 'July'.
Yes, as it is a proper noun referring to a specific month or deity, it should always be capitalised.
A variant spelling of Tammuz, referring to the tenth month of the civil year and fourth month of the ecclesiastical year in the Hebrew calendar.
Thammuz is usually formal, literary, religious in register.
Thammuz: in British English it is pronounced /ˈtæmʊz/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈtɑːmuːz/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'THAt Month MUs t be hot' – Thammuz is a summer month in the Hebrew calendar.
Conceptual Metaphor
TIME IS A CYCLE (as part of a recurring calendar); DECLINE/FASTING (associated with the fast commemorating the breach of Jerusalem's walls).
Practice
Quiz
What is 'Thammuz' primarily associated with?