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moi

mwah

Moi (pron) means (humorous or affected) Me. Example: “Who, moi?" she said, feigning innocence.”

pron

(humorous or affected) Me.

""Who, moi?" she said, feigning innocence."

How to use moi

Learner’s notes

In 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.

Mois plural, Mois plural

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"Who, _____?" she said, feigning innocence.

Borrowed directly from French moi, "me."

Origin: French

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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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