How to pronounce allayed
Say it like uh-LAYD. Allayed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LAYD).
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- uh
- LAYD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Allayed pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LAYDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of allayed
American and British speakers say allayed in essentially the same way: /əˈleɪd/ in the US and /əˈleɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: uh-LAYD.
What does allayed mean?
- simple past and past participle of allay How to pronounce allay
Words that rhyme with allayed
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of allayed.
Questions about saying allayed
How do you pronounce allayed?
Say uh-LAYD. The American pronunciation is /əˈleɪd/. In British English it is /əˈleɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in allayed?
Allayed has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LAYD). Broken into parts: uh · LAYD.
Do Americans and Brits say allayed the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /əˈleɪd/ and the British form is /əˈleɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.