Learn How to Pronounce allay
Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!
Find your word:
Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!
How to pronounce:
allay
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈleɪ
Examples:
I want to allay the suffering of the world.
It took 20 minutes to allay the confusion.
The men chewed cornstalks to allay their thirst.
Learn more about:allay
Related Words:
How to perfect your pronunciation of: allay
Learn Individual Sounds
Break allay down into individual sounds such as əˈleɪ. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.
Copy Others
Use the tools above to find out how different people say allay in their accents, then try to repeat after them.
Pick an Accent
Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.
Record Yourself
Say allay in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with allay.
Get a Native Tutor
Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.
Common mistakes of allay pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "allay". The correct pronunciation is /əˈleɪ/ with primary stress on the second syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize "lay" when saying "allay".
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is using a short "a" sound, leading to "allay" sounding like /æˈleɪ/. The correct vowel sound is a schwa /ə/ in the first syllable. Tip: Practice saying "uh-lay" to get the vowel right.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Some people overemphasize the "l" in "allay", making it sound awkward. The correct pronunciation is smoother, as in /əˈleɪ/. Tip: Focus on a fluid transition between the sounds without stressing the "l".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "allay" with "alay", leading to mispronunciation. "Allay" is pronounced /əˈleɪ/, while "alay" may differ. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the meanings and contexts of both words to avoid confusion.
- Not linking sounds: In rapid speech, some fail to link the sounds in "allay", making it sound choppy. The correct pronunciation flows smoothly as /əˈleɪ/. Tip: Practice saying "allay" in sentences to improve your fluency and sound connections.