Moi

Moi is a term with multiple uses in language and culture. In French, moi is the stressed or disjunct form of the first-person singular pronoun je. It is used for emphasis, after prepositions, or in short responses. Common phrases include c’est moi (it’s me), pour moi (for me), and moi aussi (me too).

As a grammatical element, moi often appears in contrast or emphasis rather than in neutral object position. It can stand alone in response or appear in combination with other pronouns to clarify who is being referred to.

Beyond language, Moi is a surname and, in some cases, a given name. The most widely known figure with the surname Moi is Daniel arap Moi (1928–2020), who served as the President of Kenya from 1978 to 2002. The name appears in other contexts and among various cultural and linguistic communities.

In English-language writing, moi is sometimes used to evoke a French accent or ambiance, particularly in dialogue or fashion and cultural commentary. It is also encountered in discussions of French grammar and pronoun usage.

See also: me, pronouns, French language.