Every year, Curmudgeons Day is celebrated on 29 January in honor of all the cranky and fussy people. The word ‘curmudgeon’ is specified by the American Heritage Dictionary as an ill-tempered, disagreeable, and quarrelsome person.
History and Significance
Curmudgeons Day also marks the birth anniversary of American actor, comedian, writer, and juggler, William Claude Dukenfield, better known as, W.C. Fields.
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Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 29 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 29 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 29 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 29 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 29 | Saturday |
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FAQs
Where did the term curmudgeon originate from?
‘Curmudgeon’ originates from the French phrase ‘Coeur merchant’, translating as ‘evil heart’ in English.