The word "winterval" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription **/ˈwɪntərvəl/**. This word is a blend of "winter" and "interval" and is often used to describe the period of time between Christmas and New Year's Day. While some people may argue that the word shouldn't be used as it is not a traditional holiday, others enjoy using it as a catch-all term for the various cultural and religious celebrations that take place during this time.