How to Pronounce "lay eyes on"
expression
LAY EYEZ AWN
LAY EYEZ ON
Definition
To see or notice someone or something, usually for the first time or after a long gap. Often used to emphasize the act of seeing as special or noteworthy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫeɪ/ /ˈaɪz/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
lˈeɪ/ /ˈaɪz/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAY EYEZ AWN
UK
LAY EYEZ ON
Listen in Context
I knew I loved the puppy as soon as I laid eyes on her.
He was hungry when he laid eyes on the pizza.
This is the first time I've laid eyes on snow.
I haven't laid eyes on him since we graduated from college.