February 29th

Why do we have an extra day this year?

Feb.29

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Every four years, February has an extra day – the 29th. In fact, that's today! A year with 29 days in February, instead of the normal 28, is called a "leap year." The extra day is necessary to keep the calendar in line with the earth's movement around the sun. If it weren't for leap years, the four seasons would not start at the right time.

Check out these fun facts about this special addition to the calendar:

→ During leap years, the days after February 29th “l(fā)eap” ahead. For example, in 2007, March 1st was a Thursday. But in 2008, March 1st will be a Saturday. The Friday will be “l(fā)eapt over.” That’s how leap year got its name.

→ People born on February 29th are often called “l(fā)eaplings.” They celebrate their birthdays on February 28th or March 1st during non-leap years.

→ In Scotland, being born on February 29th is considered unlucky. In Greece, getting married during a leap year is also thought to be bad luck.

→ Years ago, February 29 was the only day that women could propose to men. And in Great Britain, laws once existed that called for a man to pay a fine if he turned a woman down.

Word Bank:

Leap year (n)閏年
A leap year has 366 days instead of 365.

In line (idiom)與……一致
This employee’s responsibilities aren’t in line with his pay. He should be getting more money.

Addition (n)增加(的人或事物)?
My parents made an addition to the house last year. They added on two more rooms.

Propose (v)求婚
Peter proposed to Lisa. They’re going to get married later this year!

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