Looking for the meaning of the word MAYS in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of MAYS with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: May
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
Old English mæg, of Germanic origin, from a base meaning ‘have power’; related to Dutch mogen and German mögen, also to main and might
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
meɪ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
expressing possibility
Short Definition:expressing possibility
Examples:- that may be true
- he may well win
Definition:
used to ask for or to give permission
Short Definition:used to ask for or give permission
Examples:- you may confirm my identity with your Case Officer, if you wish
- may I ask a few questions?
Definition:
expressing a wish or hope
Short Definition:expressing wish or hope
Examples:- may she rest in peace
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