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may

Pronunciation: [/meɪ/]

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may: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use may in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “permission”

(verb) to have the option or permission to do something. When you 'may' do something, it means you are allowed to or have the choice to do it.

Example

You may stay up late on weekends if you finish your homework.

Example

You may not eat dessert until after dinner.

Example

May I go outside to play with my friends?

Context: “possibility”

(verb) used to express possibility or likelihood of something happening. When 'may' is used in this way, it means something might happen or is possible.

Example

It may rain later, so bring an umbrella just in case.

Example

She may not be able to come to the party if she has other plans.

Example

May we see a rainbow after the rain stops?

How to pronounce may

Pronunciation: [/meɪ/]

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