English Expression · Intermediate
lay claim
To state that something belongs to oneself
Pronunciation: say lay claim
Meaning
To state that something belongs to oneself.
Example
Spencer University lays claim to the recently published discovery.
Spencer University lays claim to the recently published discovery.
Practice tips
- Practice lay claim out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.