To pronounce "alai", say AL-ai — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
alai
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AL-ai
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"alai" has 2 syllables: al-ai. It rhymes with wry and exemplify, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: ally — easy to mix up when writing.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Alai" has 2 syllables: al · ai.
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