How to Pronounce "lay your head"
expression
ˈɫeɪ/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhɛd
LAY yur HED
lˈeɪ/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈɛd
LAY yaw HED
Definition
To rest your head on a surface, usually to sleep, relax, or show comfort. Often used in the context of lying down or finding a place to sleep.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫeɪ/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhɛd
British English
lˈeɪ/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈɛd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAY yur HED
UK
LAY yaw HED
Listen in Context
After a long day, all I want is a soft place to lay my head.
If you need to rest, come over and lay your head for a while.
He found a bench in the park to lay his head and watch the stars.
It's time to lay your head on the pillow and rest.