Questions about example sentences with, and the definition and usage of "May"

A: This is a rare phrase, very old-fashioned

A: It means that snow in May was very heavy in those areas. Wallop is like attack, hit, destroy. They are using the word to show that the snow was very heavy. It is not typical to get snow in May, so it is a news story.

A: It means that “they” (whoever is being talked about) have a very loving and passionate relationship and the speaker wants everyone to find love that is similar

A: It depends on context. I would say it very likely means a hope/wish that acorns would fall from an oak tree.

A: The buyer is unhappy that the delivery type that was requested was not used, and is insisting that the request be honored.

A: Might is the past tense form of may and is typically used in questions or requests.
Your purse might be in the living room.
I might go to the movies.
I might go with you to the park.
May is typically used to talk about possibility.
She may be at home.
May I use your bathroom? (can also use "might", but "may" is more natural)
Jack may be angry.
May I ask you something?
May I borrow you pen? (can also use "might", "can I -" is the most natural)

A: Where is she??

I don't know,but maybe she is in her house

A: "May I" is more formal, but they mean exactly the same :)

A: May I .... is used to ask permission politely in English.
May I borrow your car please?

It can be reversed for a question
I'd like a biscuit if I may?
If I may? I'd like to go to bed now.

I can also be used to wish for things in the future.
May I live to see 100.

A: May !
Uma forma adequada de pedir ou perguntar algo !
May i go to the bathroom please ?
May i drink water teacher ?
May you help me William ?

A: In principle, “may” is ~supposed~ to be more polite, but many people in US-America don’t use may and instead use can. Not sure how it is in other English-speaking areas

A: May I have some water is correct. “The water” suggests specific water (water from that pitcher, water from that faucet, water from that sacred lake) and doesn’t make sense in a restaurant or home where we would normally ask for a glass of water.

A: May is used to express possibility or ask permission. 


Can is used to express ability AND informally used to ask permission.

A: I agree with ,but I would add it’s helpful to know what may is used for compared to can. May shows I have permission, while can shows I have the ability. Examples: You may have a cookie. You can make a cake if you have flour.

Might is the past of may.
For example.
It looks like he might have had a hard time with the computer.
It looks like he may have trouble with starting his computer.
Might I be able to use your computer? Yes, you may.

Honestly both have certain situations that sound correct but they are often are used interchangeably. Don’t be to stressed over it.
Hope this is helpful. Let me know if you need more examples.

A: Same meaning
They both also mean “May 13”

But first one should be written as “the 13th of May”
Ex: On the 13th of May, I went to the zoo

A: “May I help you?” is correct. “Can I help you” is less formal.

A:

OH chime in. Yeah the phrase is used by native speakers.
It’s often said like, “Let me chime in” or “I’m going to chime in.”

A: Fat/chubby hands.
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Thin hands. Bony hands.

A: @sign4191
Please may I speak to Hana?
May I please speak to Hana?
May I speak to Hana, please?

You could use all 3, but I would say 2 and 3 are most common/natural.

A: it's say as" He's a star-like friend of mine. He lives like a hot dog. You're my friend, Carl. Live your life in style."👍🐰

A: Yes. But “are a daily occurrence” is stating a fact. So it is saying that it truly happens every day.

You could also say “An earthquake hitting Japan CAN BE a daily occurrence.”

This means that it may not happen every day but it is possible.

A: May i ask what is the address for the interview with Professor Lee tomorrow ☺️

A: × May I know the hair salons in Frankfurt that sell and use your original products and are certified for you?
✓ Could you please tell me the hair salons in Frankfurt that sell and use your products and that are certified by you?

A: You can say it either way, May 1st would be more casual. Saying May the first is more proper and less common than May 1st

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