Gregorian Meaning in English

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Definition

Relating to the Gregorian calendar, the calendar system introduced by Pope Gregory XIII in 1582 and widely used today.

Usage & Nuances

"Gregorian" is mainly used to describe the calendar ('Gregorian calendar') but can also refer to things associated with Pope Gregory XIII. Used in historical, academic, and formal contexts.

• Spanish: gregoriano
• Portuguese (BR): gregoriano
• Portuguese (PT): gregoriano
• Chinese (Simplified): 格里高利的 - 公历的
• Chinese (Traditional): 格里高利的 - 公曆的
• Hindi: ग्रेगोरियन
• Arabic: غريغوري
• Bengali: গ্রেগরীয়
• Russian: григорианский
• Japanese: グレゴリオ暦の
• Vietnamese: dương lịch Gregorius - lịch Gregory
• Korean: 그레고리력의
• Turkish: Gregoryen
• Urdu: گریگوری
• Indonesian: Gregorian - kalender Gregorian

Example Sentences

Easter Sunday falls on a different date each year in the Gregorian calendar.

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Some countries switched to the Gregorian calendar much later than others.

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The dates in history books are usually given in the Gregorian system.

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I'm never sure if those old documents use the Julian or Gregorian calendar.

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The Gregorian calendar is used in most countries today.

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New Year's Day in the Gregorian calendar is January 1st.

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