How to pronounce outlays
Say it like OWT-layz. Outlays has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT).
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- OWT
- layz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Outlays pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OWTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- layzGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of outlays
American and British speakers say outlays in essentially the same way: /ˈaʊtˌleɪz/ in the US and /ˈaʊtˌleɪz/ in the UK.
British respelling: OWT-layz.
What does outlays mean?
- plural of outlay How to pronounce outlay
- third-person singular simple present indicative of outlay How to pronounce outlay
Questions about saying outlays
How do you pronounce outlays?
Say OWT-layz. The American pronunciation is /ˈaʊtˌleɪz/. In British English it is /ˈaʊtˌleɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in outlays?
Outlays has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT). Broken into parts: OWT · layz.
Do Americans and Brits say outlays the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈaʊtˌleɪz/ and the British form is /ˈaʊtˌleɪz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.