How to Pronounce "lay hands on"
expression
ˈɫeɪ/ /ˈhændz/, /ˈhænz/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
LAY HANZ on
lˈeɪ/ /hˈændz/ /ˈɒn
LAY HANDZ on
Definition
To get, obtain, or find something, often something that is difficult to get. It can also literally mean to touch or grab someone or something with your hands.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫeɪ/ /ˈhændz/, /ˈhænz/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
lˈeɪ/ /hˈændz/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAY HANZ on
UK
LAY HANDZ on
Listen in Context
It's hard to lay hands on fresh fruit in winter.
Did you lay hands on that report?
He wants to lay hands on a rare book.
If you can lay hands on some decent coffee, bring it to the office!