How to Pronounce Stays

To pronounce "stays", say STAYS — one syllable, IPA /steɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

5

Letters

/steɪz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “stays”

"stays" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with gaze and malaise, if that helps it stick.

What does stays mean?

noun

  1. Continuance or a period of time spent in a place; abode for an indefinite time; sojourn.

    “I hope you enjoyed your stay in Hawaii.”

  2. A postponement, especially of an execution or other punishment.

    “The governor granted a stay of execution.”

verb

  1. To prop; support; sustain; hold up; steady.
  2. To support from sinking; to sustain with strength; to satisfy in part or for the time.

noun

  1. A prop; a support.
  2. A piece of stiff material, such as plastic or whalebone, used to stiffen a piece of clothing.

    “Where are the stays for my collar?”

Synonyms

endureresistcancelceasediscontinuehaltstopterminate

Words that rhyme with stays

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gazemalaisehazeblazedazeblaseappraiseablazeraisegrazepraisecraze

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stays"?▾

"Stays" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "stays"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stays" is /steɪz/.

What does "stays" mean?▾

Stays: Continuance or a period of time spent in a place; abode for an indefinite time; sojourn.

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