How to Pronounce "prayers"
word
/ˈpɹeɪɝz/, /ˈpɹɛɹz/
PRAY-urz, prairz
/ˈpreɪəz/, /ˈprɛəz/
pray-uhz, prair-uhz
Definition
Words that people say to God or another higher power, or quiet thoughts asking for help, giving thanks, or showing devotion. It can also refer to religious acts of speaking or listening in this way.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹeɪɝz/, /ˈpɹɛɹz/
British English
/ˈpreɪəz/, /ˈprɛəz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRAY-urz, prairz
UK
pray-uhz, prair-uhz
Listen in Context
They said prayers before dinner.
Her prayers helped her feel calm.
Thank you for your prayers during my surgery.
We kept the family in our prayers.