Portuguese · Numbers & Time
Mês
[/meʃ/]
Month
Beginnernoun · m
Definition
One of the twelve divisions of the calendar year.
Uma das doze divisões do ano.
Example
Esse mês está passando rápido.
This month is going by fast.
Etymology
'Mês' is derived from the Latin 'Mensus', which means 'month', reflecting the calendrical system established by the Romans.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mês' is commonly utilized in both spoken and written contexts across various registers, particularly in administrative and informal settings.