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slay

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /sleɪ/

Forms: slaying, slain, slew

slay means: To do something extremely well or look so good that people are very impressed.

verb

EXCELB2

To do something extremely well or look so good that people are very impressed.

  • You slay in that dress!
  • She slayed on stage last night.
  • Those dancers always slay.

Similar words: excel, shine

Opposites: fail

Common phrases: slay the look, slay on stage, absolutely slay

KILL VIOLENTLYC1

To kill a person or animal, usually violently.

  • The hero will slay the monster.
  • The knight slew the dragon with his sword.
  • Many warriors were slain in the battle.

Similar words: kill, murder

Common phrases: slay a dragon, slay an enemy, slay a monster, slay someone

DELIGHT SOMEONEC1

To make someone laugh a lot or feel very impressed.

  • Your jokes slay me.
  • Her performance slayed the audience.
  • He slays me every time he tells that story.

Similar words: delight, amaze, amuse

Common phrases: slay the audience, slay someone, absolutely slay

Questions about slay

What does slay mean?

To do something extremely well or look so good that people are very impressed.

What is slay in other languages?

Türkçe: harikalar yaratmak · Español: arrasar · Français: assurer · Deutsch: glänzen · Italiano: spaccare · 日本語: 大成功する

How do you pronounce slay?

It is pronounced /sleɪ/.

How do you use slay in a sentence?

You slay in that dress! She slayed on stage last night.

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