How to Pronounce "lay emphasis on"
expression
ˈɫeɪ/ /ˈɛmfəsəs/, /ˈɛmfəsɪs/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
LAY EM-fuh-sis on
lˈeɪ/ /ˈɛmfəsˌɪs/ /ˈɒn
LAY EM-fuh-sis on
Definition
To show that something is especially important, or to give special attention to a particular point.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫeɪ/ /ˈɛmfəsəs/, /ˈɛmfəsɪs/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
lˈeɪ/ /ˈɛmfəsˌɪs/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAY EM-fuh-sis on
UK
LAY EM-fuh-sis on
Listen in Context
Teachers lay emphasis on attendance in every class.
The guide laid emphasis on safety rules during the tour.
She always lays emphasis on eating healthy food.
In his speech, the president really laid emphasis on unity and cooperation.