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    Mai (en. May)

    /mɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Fifth month of the year.
    We are now in May, the month of flowers.
    Nous sommes maintenant en mai, le mois des fleurs.
    Month associated with the gentleness of spring.
    Temperatures in May begin to warm up.
    Les températures en mai commencent à se réchauffer.

    Etymology

    The word 'mai' comes from the Latin 'maius'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    May: the month of flowers
    Refers to the beauty of the flowers that bloom in May.
    Mai: le mois des fleurs
    In May, do as you please
    Expression advising to be free to do what one wants in May.
    En mai, fais ce qu'il te plaît

    Related Words

    Mardi Gras
    A festive day that takes place before Lent, often celebrated in May.
    mardi gras
    Holidays
    Rest period often associated with the end of May.
    vacances

    Slang Meanings

    A month of promises and renewal
    Everyone is in a good mood in May.
    Tout le monde est de bonne humeur en mai.