May
Noun, Verb
UK
/meÉŞ/
US
/meÉŞ/
Definition
(n) : The fifth month of the year.
(v) : Used to show possibility, to ask politely, or to offer a gentle wish.
(v) : Used to show possibility, to ask politely, or to offer a gentle wish.
Example
"(n) : Flowers bloom in May, making parks look colorful and lively."
"(v) : You may start your work now if you feel ready and comfortable."
"(v) : May I use your pen? I forgot mine at home."
Explanation
May has two main meanings. As a noun, it is the fifth month of the year. People use it to talk about dates and seasons. In many places, May is the month of warm weather, flowers, and longer days. It is always written with a capital letter because it is a name. As a verb (modal verb), it shows that something might happen. For example, it may rain today, meaning it is possible. It is also used to ask permission politely, like “May I come in?”, or to offer a gentle wish, like “May you have a good day!”