How to pronounce laic
Say it like LAY-ik. Laic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY).
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- LAY
- ik
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Laic pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of laic
American and British speakers say laic in essentially the same way: /ˈleɪɪk/ in the US and /ˈleɪɪk/ in the UK.
British respelling: LAY-ik.
What does laic mean?
- A layperson as opposed to a cleric, i.e. not a member of the clergy.
- Lay, relating to laypersons, as opposed to clerical.
Similar and opposite words
Opposite meaning
Words that rhyme with laic
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of laic.
Questions about saying laic
How do you pronounce laic?
Say LAY-ik. The American pronunciation is /ˈleɪɪk/. In British English it is /ˈleɪɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in laic?
Laic has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY). Broken into parts: LAY · ik.
Do Americans and Brits say laic the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈleɪɪk/ and the British form is /ˈleɪɪk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.