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mayhap

Although recent etymology has added "-s" to this word, Mayhap is actually a 16th century term meaning perhaps or perchance. It is actually a derivative of the phrase "may happen" and not a portmanteau of "maybe" and "perhaps".

Mayhaps

by CLicata77 on Apr 30, 2019 03:59:39

It’s like maybe and perhaps but better

Example:
Chris: Liz do you know if there’s any chemistry homework
Liz: Mayhaps

Mayhaps

by TheSanityAssassin on Nov 03, 2004 18:14:49

A term combining the best qualities of the terms "maybe" and "perhaps" into a single superior word.
Often used when planning something mischevious or pretending to be British.

Example:
"mayhaps I'll go get fucked up instead of writing this paper"

"care for a spot of tea?"
"mayhaps a bit later"

Mayhaps

by Jase Powell on Jun 25, 2007 08:53:57

Archaic word used in place of perhaps and maybe, it is the incorrect use of the real word "mayhap". Mayhap originated from the old use of the term "it may hap", hap being old happen in old English.

Example:
"Do you want to go with me?"

"Mayhaps, I haven't decided."

mayhaps

by Nouri on Sep 19, 2005 03:39:00

When no is too strong and maybe or perhaps is too weak, try on this noncommittal word on for size.

Example:
"Dad, can I get a new labtop?"

"In 23.2 years mayhaps."

Mayhaps.

by Battery Acid. on Nov 21, 2019 10:23:24

Used as a sort of slang word for "maybe, perhaps."

Example:
"Will you take the kids, Karen?" "Mayhaps."

Mayhaps

by pumba24-7 on Mar 24, 2009 08:52:33

When you are sick of telling people maybe, and perhaps just doesnt cut it.

Example:
Kenneth, "Hey man are you gonna nightingale that beer or what?"

Wes, "Mayhaps"

Mayhap

by Wayne Gall-ent on Jul 11, 2008 08:43:20

In Stephen King's epic, The Dark Tower Series, Mayhap is a word that means "perhaps"

Example:
Roland: Mayhap we can reach the Dark Tower before it falls.

Oy: ayhap!

Mayhaps

by TheeMirage on Nov 24, 2021 12:22:37

To be between maybe and probably

Example:
“I mayhaps go to event.”

Mayhaps

by Eggz on Aug 23, 2003 21:16:13

A cross between maybe and perhaps

Example:
'Mayhaps we should leave?' said Bob

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