December (n.):

December is the twelfth month of the year and lasts 31 days. It is a period when the winter season begins in the Northern Hemisphere and nature begins to adapt to the cold weather. In this month, days become the shortest and nights become the longest. In the Southern Hemisphere, it is a period when summer begins to approach. December is the last month of the year, in the middle of winter, when the excitement of the new year begins.

(Space)

Interval means the space, distance or difference between two things. This meaning can be a physical gap or an abstract time interval.

Etymology

The word "Aralık" comes from Arabic and means "gap" or "distance." In this context, the month of Aralık symbolizes the period when nature undergoes changes at the end of the year, with one year coming to a close and another one about to begin. The word also refers to any gap or space, either physical or temporal.

In Nature During Aralık

• In December, temperatures drop, and the winter season becomes evident.
• Trees shed their leaves, and nature begins to rest.
• Snowfall may begin, turning mountains and forests white.
• Migratory birds head towards warmer climates.
• People complete their winter preparations and begin wearing seasonal clothing.

Historical and Cultural Importance of Aralık

As the end of the year approaches, December contains many significant historical and cultural events.

• December 10th: Human Rights Day, celebrated worldwide.
• December is a month when preparations and celebrations for the New Year are prominent in many cultures.
• It is also the time for major holidays like Christmas and New Year.

Example Sentences:

• "In December, nature begins preparing for winter, and everything adapts to the cold weather."
• "December, as the last month of the year, sees nature preparing for winter, while people get ready for New Year celebrations."
• "There is a gap between the door and the window."
• "There was a long interval between the two appointments, so I managed to complete other tasks."