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How is the word pouvoir translated from French to English

Sert à dire que quelque chose est possible.

Used to say something is possible.

verb
English translation
may

Examples with “pouvoir”

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  • Il se peut qu'il pleuve plus tard ce soir. — It may rain later tonight.

  • Puis-je emprunter ton stylo ? — May I borrow your pen?

  • Nous déménageons en mai. — We are moving in May.

  • Certains invités peuvent arriver en avance. — Some guests may arrive early.

  • Les étudiants peuvent utiliser la bibliothèque jusqu'à neuf heures. — Students may use the library until nine.

  • Ici, mai est le mois le plus chaud. — May is the warmest month here.

  • Ce n'est peut-être pas le meilleur moment. — This may not be the best moment.

  • Tu peux quitter la table maintenant. — You may leave the table now.

  • Le cours commence-t-il début mai ? — Does the course start in early May?

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FAQ about “pouvoir”

How is “pouvoir” translated from French?
“pouvoir” translates into English as “may”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “pouvoir” mean?
Meaning of “pouvoir”: Sert à dire que quelque chose est possible. In English — “may”.
What part of speech is “pouvoir”?
“pouvoir” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “pouvoir”?
Example sentences with “pouvoir” and their English translation are on this page, with more in the VibeLing app.
How can I memorize “pouvoir”?
Add “pouvoir” to your VibeLing vocabulary: you get the translation, transcription and examples, and spaced repetition brings the word back right when you start to forget it.