How to Pronounce "lai"
word
ˈɫaɪ
LYE
leɪ
LAY
Definition
A 'lai' is a short lyrical or narrative poem from medieval France, usually written in verse and often telling stories of love, adventure, or the supernatural.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪ
British English
leɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYE
UK
LAY
Listen in Context
A medieval poet wrote a lai about true love.
We studied the structure of a lai in literature class.
A lai often tells a story about knights and adventure.
The professor asked us to compare two famous lais from the 12th century.