Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
maio
noun
/ˈmaɪ.oʊ/
Definition
May (in English) is the fifth month of the year in the Gregorian calendar.
Examples
- Maio is often associated with the arrival of warmer weather in many parts of the world.
- In many cultures, special events or holidays are celebrated in maio, such as Labor Day in various countries.
Meaning
The name ‘maio’ comes from the Latin word ‘Maius’, which is believed to be named after the goddess Maia, the Roman goddess of spring and growth.
Synonyms
- May
- Spring month