French · Numbers & Time
mois
month
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
One of the twelve periods into which a year is divided.
Example
Le mois de juin est agréable.
The month of June is pleasant.
Etymology
The French word 'mois' is derived from the Latin 'mensis', which refers to a month or a period of time. Over time, it evolved in Old French to 'mois' as the language transitioned from Latin.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mois' is used in both formal and informal contexts and is commonly spoken as well as written. It is widely used across all French-speaking regions without significant variations.