Grammar fix
relay a message
relay a message
To pass on a message from one person to another, often accurately or quickly.
How oftenCommon
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
The receptionist relayed a message from the doctor while I was waiting.
My manager's in meetings most of the day, so half my job is relaying messages between her and the rest of the team.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: Can you relay me the message?
Say: Can you relay the message to me?
Use 'relay something to someone', not 'relay someone something'.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Tell someone what another person said
How formalConversationalMore formal
pass alongMostly American: pass a message or information on.pass onGive someone information or a message intended for them.
relay a messageYou're here · Pass on what someone else said, often accurately or promptly.