mayhap

[ mey-hap, mey-hap ]

adverb

, Archaic.

1. perhaps.

mayhap

/ ˈmeɪˌhæp /

adverb

1. an archaic word for perhaps

Word History and Origins

Origin of mayhap¹

First recorded in 1530–40; short for it may hap

Word History and Origins

Origin of mayhap¹

C16: shortened from it may hap

Example Sentences

If he can’t get food he’s bound to look for it, and mayhap he may chance to light on a butcher’s shop in time.

From Literature

If we are wrecked, mayhap this bottle may be found, and those who find it may understand; if not, ... well, then all men shall know that I have been true to my trust.

From Literature

In "The Souls of Black Folk," W.E.B Du Bois wrote, "It dawned upon me with a certain suddenness that I was different from the others; or like, mayhap, in heart and life and longing, but shut out from their world by a vast veil."

From Salon

“True, Jess, neither would I. But mayhap he has vital information, otherwise why would he drag himself ’ere in this state?”

From Literature

And mayhap we can cover young Robin to keep him dry.”

From Literature