How to pronounce unlaid
Say it like un-LAYD. Unlaid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LAYD).
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- un
- LAYD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Unlaid pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- LAYDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of unlaid
American and British speakers say unlaid in essentially the same way: /ʌnˈleɪd/ in the US and /ʌnˈleɪd/ in the UK.
British respelling: un-LAYD.
What does unlaid mean?
- not laid“an unlaid egg”
- Not laid by exorcism
- Not laid out, as a corpse.
- simple past and past participle of unlay
Where does unlaid come from?
From un- + laid.
Words that rhyme with unlaid
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of unlaid.
Questions about saying unlaid
How do you pronounce unlaid?
Say un-LAYD. The American pronunciation is /ʌnˈleɪd/. In British English it is /ʌnˈleɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in unlaid?
Unlaid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LAYD). Broken into parts: un · LAYD.
Do Americans and Brits say unlaid the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʌnˈleɪd/ and the British form is /ʌnˈleɪd/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.