English Explanatory Dictionary

April showers bring May flowers

English dictionary entry

Meanings

proverb
  1. The month of April, traditionally a rainy period, gives way to May, when flowers will bloom because of the water provided to them by the April rains.
  2. A period of discomfort or hardship can provide the basis for a period of happiness and joy.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

April showers bring May flowers

Related words

every dark cloud has a silver lining ne'er cast a clout till May be out
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