How to Pronounce Relay

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

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Syllables

5

Letters

REL-ay

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💡 Tip for remembering “relay”

"relay" has 2 syllables: rel-ay. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does relay mean?

noun

  1. A new set of hounds.
  2. A new set of horses kept along a specific route so that they can replace animals that are tired.

verb

  1. To release a new set of hounds.
  2. To place (people or horses) in relays, such that one can take over from another.

Synonyms

convey

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Words that rhyme with relay

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conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

roadhousebatonconduitrelaisfusebridgetransaxledisseminate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "relay"?▾

"Relay" has 2 syllables: rel · ay.

What does "relay" mean?▾

Relay: A new set of hounds.

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