Herbstanfang

beginning of autumn

noun HERPST-an-fang Rare

Usage Note

Herbstanfang marks the meteorological or astronomical start of autumn. The meteorological start is 1 September; the astronomical date (autumnal equinox) falls around 22-23 September. Both usages are current in everyday speech and weather reporting.

Examples

"Mit dem Herbstanfang beginnt für viele Schulen das neue Schuljahr."

Natural Translation

With the start of autumn, the new school year begins for many schools.

Literal Translation

With the autumn-beginning, the new school-year begins for many schools.

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