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the word mayhaps derives from the two terms maybe and perhaps. It is often used to reply to a direct question, in which you are unsure of the response.

Josh: hey zach , wanna come hit this blunt? Zach: mayhaps becasue my dad is picking me up soon Lewis: yo man wanna chill today Stevie: mayhaps im not sure what im doing yet

Maybe; perhaps

Mayhaps we should go to the beach today.

The lesser of evil to the devils phrase "Perhaps". Derived from the wooden, midget, pirate, poet, puppet, teachers.

Man 1-"Snoogins?" Man 2-"Mayhaps"

Maybe, leaning towards no.

"Are you gonna do your geometry homework tonight?" "Mayhaps. I think I'll screw your mom first."

A combination of Maybe and Perhaps. Used when is extremely unsure. Please see refrence to maybe and perhaps for more info on the combination.

Joe: When are you gonna do it? Sally: Mayhaps tomorrow. ----

Although recent etymology has added "-s" to this word, Mayhap is actually a 16th century term meaning perhaps or perchance. It is actually a derivative of the phrase "may happen" and not a portmanteau of "maybe" and "perhaps".

"I really enjoyed our date. Mayhap I will see you again?" John has had a cold for nearly a week. Mayhap 'tis time to go to the doctor.

When no is too strong and maybe or perhaps is too weak, try on this noncommittal word on for size.

"Dad, can I get a new labtop?" "In 23.2 years mayhaps."