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moi
mwah
Moi (pron) means (humorous or affected) Me. Example: “Who, moi?" she said, feigning innocence.”
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(humorous or affected) Me.
""Who, moi?" she said, feigning innocence."
How to use moi
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA jokey, mock-French way of saying "me," usually to sound falsely modest or innocent.
When to use it
Almost always used playfully or sarcastically, never in serious writing.
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Etymology
Borrowed directly from French moi, "me."
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What does “moi” mean?
The word “moi” means (humorous or affected) Me. In plain terms, a jokey, mock-French way of saying "me," usually to sound falsely modest or innocent.
How do you pronounce “moi”?
“Moi” is pronounced mwah (/mwɑː/ in IPA).
How do you use “moi” in a sentence?
Here is “moi” used in a sentence: “"Who, moi?" she said, feigning innocence.”
What part of speech is “moi”?
“Moi” is a pronoun.
Where does the word “moi” come from?
The word “moi” comes from French. Borrowed directly from French moi, "me.".
Is “moi” a common word?
“Moi” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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