noun
Magi
MAYD-zheye
Magi (noun) means the wise men from the East, traditionally three, said to have visited the infant Jesus bearing gifts. Example: “The nativity scene included the three magi kneeling before the manger.”
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The wise men from the East, traditionally three, said to have visited the infant Jesus bearing gifts.
"The nativity scene included the three magi kneeling before the manger."
How to use Magi
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe biblical "three wise men" who brought gifts to baby Jesus.
Common pairings
the three magi
gifts of the magi
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Etymology
From Latin magi, plural of magus, from Greek mágos, originally referring to Zoroastrian priest-astrologers of ancient Persia.
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What does “Magi” mean?
The word “Magi” means the wise men from the East, traditionally three, said to have visited the infant Jesus bearing gifts. In plain terms, the biblical "three wise men" who brought gifts to baby Jesus.
How do you pronounce “Magi”?
“Magi” is pronounced MAYD-zheye (/ˈmeɪˌd͡ʒaɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Magi” in a sentence?
Here is “Magi” used in a sentence: “The nativity scene included the three magi kneeling before the manger.”
What part of speech is “Magi”?
“Magi” is a noun.
Where does the word “Magi” come from?
The word “Magi” comes from Latin. From Latin magi, plural of magus, from Greek mágos, originally referring to Zoroastrian priest-astrologers of ancient Persia.
