Synonyms for

Mais

Verb / meɪs / Another word for mais — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

mais (noun): a type of corn with large grains that is commonly used as a food ingredient

Synonyms & similar words

corn sweetcorn maize popcorn mealie cob grain kernel ear stalk husk silk tassel harvest crop

Example sentences

  1. I had delicious mais on the cob for dinner.
  2. She planted mais seeds in her garden.
  3. The farmer harvested the ripe mais.
  4. The popcorn was made from popped mais kernels.
  5. We used mais flour to make tortillas.

Quotes

  • “Mais oui!” - French expression meaning 'but yes!'
  • “I am not French, but I have a certain 'je ne sais quoi' that people seem to like.” - Maisie Williams
  • “In the depth of winter I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer.” - Albert Camus

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