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Per month vs Per a month

Both 'per month' and 'per a month' are correct, but 'per month' is more commonly used in English. The addition of 'a' in 'per a month' is not necessary and can sound slightly awkward.

Last updated: March 21, 2024

Per month

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate a frequency or rate of occurrence within a month.

Examples:

  • The rent is $1000 per month.
  • She visits her parents twice per month.
  • The magazine is published once per month.
  • The company pays its employees biweekly, twice per month.
  • The gym membership costs $50 per month.

Alternatives:

  • monthly
  • each month
  • every month
  • a month
  • monthly basis

Per a month

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English.

This phrase is also used to indicate a frequency or rate of occurrence within a month, but the addition of 'a' is not necessary and can sound slightly awkward.

Examples:

  • The subscription fee is $10 per a month.
  • He receives his salary twice per a month.

Alternatives:

  • per month
  • monthly
  • each month
  • every month
  • a month

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