Is may be a noun or verb?

"May" can be both a noun and a verb, but it's most commonly used as a verb.

Here's how:

Verb:

* Used as a modal auxiliary verb to express permission, possibility, or request.

* Example: "May I use your phone?" (Permission)

* Example: "It may rain tomorrow." (Possibility)

* Example: "May the Force be with you." (Request/Wish)

Noun:

* Refers to the month of May.

* Example: "May is a beautiful month for flowers."

Let me know if you have any more questions about "may"!