sawan
/səˈwɑn/
noun
- The fifth month of the Hindu calendar, corresponding to July–August in the Gregorian calendar, associated with the monsoon season and religious festivals.
- The festival of Teej is celebrated by women in the month of Sawan.
- Many people fast on Mondays during Sawan to honor Lord Shiva.
- In Sawan, the rains bring life to the dry fields.