may
English → English
(modal) Possibility: used to indicate that something is possible or likely
We may go to Italy for our summer vacation if we can save enough money.
(English) It is possible that we will travel to Italy for our holiday.
The heavy clouds suggest that it may rain later this afternoon.
(English) The dark sky indicates that a rain shower is a possibility today.
(modal) Permission: used to ask for or give formal permission to do something
May I borrow your pen for a moment to sign this important document?
(English) Do I have your permission to use your writing tool for a second?
You may leave the room only after you have finished all the questions on the test.
(English) You are allowed to go out once you complete every part of the exam.
Entry ID: en:en:may · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary