How to Pronounce Layup

To pronounce "layup", say LAY-up — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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LAY-up

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💡 Tip for remembering “layup”

"layup" has 2 syllables: lay-up. It rhymes with re-up, if that helps it stick.

What does layup mean?

noun

  1. A close-range shot in which the shooter banks the ball off the backboard from a few feet away.
  2. A relatively easy task.

    “Meeting the numbers will be a layup, if not a slam dunk.”

Words that rhyme with layup

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re-up

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "layup"?▾

"Layup" has 2 syllables: lay · up.

What does "layup" mean?▾

Layup: A close-range shot in which the shooter banks the ball off the backboard from a few feet away.

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