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