How to Pronounce "relies"
word
ɹiˈɫaɪz/, /ɹɪˈɫaɪz
ri-LYZ or ri-LYZ
ɹɪlˈaɪz
ri-LYZ
Definition
Uses someone or something for support, help, or trust. It means to depend on something or someone to do or provide what is needed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈɫaɪz/, /ɹɪˈɫaɪz
British English
ɹɪlˈaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-LYZ or ri-LYZ
UK
ri-LYZ
Listen in Context
She relies on her friends for support.
A baby relies on its parents for food.
The machine relies on batteries to work.
Our team really relies on your creativity to solve tough problems.