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How do you spell Lay?

Correct spelling

lay

Lay requires an object.

Why is lay spelled this way?

Lay requires an object. You lay something down. Lie means to recline.

Common misspellings of lay

layelaie

Example

Please lay the book on the table.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell lay?+
The correct spelling is "lay". Lay requires an object.
Is it laye or lay?+
The correct spelling is "lay", not "laye". This word gets varies monthly searches.

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