Meaning & Definition of word "Mi"

Mi

/mi/

noun:

  • 1. The third note of the diatonic scale in solfège.
    • Example: In the song, the melody jumps from do to mi elegantly.
  • 2. A pronoun used to refer to oneself.
    • Example: Mi gusta la música que escuchas.

abbreviation:

  • 1. Short form for 'missing in action', often used in a military context.
    • Example: The soldier was listed as MIA after the battle.

Etymology

From the Latin 'mi', derived from the initial syllable of 'misericordia', meaning mercy.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Do re mi:

A sequence used to teach musical notes.

Mi casa es su casa:

A Spanish expression meaning 'My house is your house'.

Related Words

do:

The first note of the diatonic scale.

re:

The second note of the diatonic scale.

fa:

The fourth note of the diatonic scale.

Slang Meanings of mi

Meaning: My

Example Sentence: I lost my phone, can you call mi?

Meaning: Me

Example Sentence: That was mi who texted you.