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🍁 Hello, Autumn! 10 English Words for September

Hello, everyone! 👋

Can you believe it’s already September?

September is a month of change. The hot summer days slowly become cooler, school starts again, and we begin to see signs of autumn all around us. 🍂

It’s also a great time to learn some new English!

Today, let’s learn 10 English words and phrases that are perfect for September.

1. 🍁 Autumn

Autumn is the season after summer and before winter.

“Autumn is my favorite season!”

You may also hear fall, especially in American English. Both words mean the same thing.

“I love the colors of fall.”

2. 🍃 Leaf

A leaf is the green part of a tree or plant.

In autumn, many leaves change color and fall from the trees.

“The leaves are turning red and yellow.”

Can you name some colors you see in autumn? 🟡🔴🟠

3. 🌰 Acorn

An acorn is a small nut that grows on an oak tree.

You might find acorns on the ground when you go for a walk in autumn.

“I found an acorn under the tree!”

Fun fact: squirrels love acorns! 🐿️

4. 🍎 Apple

September is a great month for apples!

Apples can be red, green, or yellow, and there are many different kinds.

“I like red apples.”

Try this question with a friend:

“Do you like apples?”

5. 🌾 Harvest

Harvest means collecting crops such as vegetables, fruit, or rice after they have grown.

Autumn is an important harvest season in many places.

“Farmers harvest rice in autumn.”

In Japan, rice harvesting is an important part of the season. 🌾

6. 🌬️ Cool

After the hot summer, the weather starts to become cooler in September.

Cool means a little cold, but not very cold.

“The weather is cool today.”

You can also say:

“It’s getting cooler!”

7. 🎒 School

For many students, September means going back to school after summer vacation.

“School starts again in September.”

Here is a useful question:

“How was your summer vacation?”

Try asking your classmates or your Eikaiwa teacher!

8. 🌕 Moon

The moon becomes especially interesting in September because of Tsukimi, the Japanese tradition of enjoying and appreciating the autumn moon. 🌕

You can say:

“The moon is beautiful tonight.”

You can also describe it:

“The moon is bright.”

9. 🍠 Sweet potato

Who doesn't love a warm sweet potato in autumn?

Sweet potatoes are a popular autumn food in Japan.

“I like sweet potatoes!”

You can also talk about other foods you enjoy:

“My favorite autumn food is ______.”

10. 🍂 Change

One of the most important words for September is change.

The weather changes. The leaves change color. Our routines change when school starts again.

“The seasons change.”

Change can be a noun or a verb.

“There is a big change in the weather.”

“The leaves change color.”

🍁 Your September English Challenge!

Now it’s your turn!

Choose three words from today's list and make a sentence about September.

For example:

“In autumn, the leaves change color.”

Or:

“I like eating sweet potatoes when the weather gets cool.”

You can also ask a friend:

“What do you like about autumn?”

Maybe they like the weather, the food, the leaves, or Halloween! 🎃

🌟 Welcome, Autumn!

September is a month of new beginnings and changes. It’s the perfect time to start a new school term, try something new, and keep practicing your English.

So, take a walk, look at the leaves, enjoy some autumn food, and try using your new English words!

What are you looking forward to this September? 🍁

Happy learning! 📚✨