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Pay Definition & Meaning

1. To give money in exchange for goods or services.

Example: I will pay $10 for this coffee.

2. To suffer a consequence or penalty.

Example: He will pay for his mistakes.

3. To give attention or consideration to someone or something.

Example: You should pay attention to the teacher's instructions.

4. To give someone what they deserve or owe.

Example: I will pay you back the money i borrowed.

5. To discharge a debt or obligation.

Example: I need to pay my rent by the end of the month.

Examples of the word pay used in sentences.

  • I will pay for the groceries at the supermarket.
  • I always pay my bills on time to avoid any extra fees.
  • Can you please pay attention to the teacher during the class?
  • How much do I need to pay to take the train to London?
  • I need to pay my rent before the end of the month.
  • I need to pay for my groceries before I leave the store.
  • My employer will pay me twice a month for my work.
  • Can I pay for this shirt with my debit card, please?
  • Sarah is going to pay for her friend's coffee as a nice gesture.
  • Tom needs to pay attention during the lecture if he wants to pass the exam.
  • The company announced that they would increase the hourly pay for their employees starting next month.
  • I always pay my rent on time, it's important to maintain a good relationship with my landlord.
  • I always make sure to pay attention in class, taking good notes helps me understand the material better.
  • My sister offered to pay for my movie ticket, but I insisted on paying for myself.
  • I'm planning on paying a visit to my grandparents this weekend, it's been a while since I've seen them.
  • The restaurant only accepts cash, so be sure to bring enough money to pay for your meal.
  • I always pay my bills on time to avoid any late fees.
  • It's important to pay attention to the road when driving to avoid accidents.
  • I was surprised to see a high pay rate for the job offer but then I found out it required a lot of overtime.
  • The company offered to pay for my travel expenses to attend the conference.
  • The theater performance was so good that I would willingly pay to see it again.
  • Our company provides employee bonuses to recognize and reward hard work, but it's important to note that it doesn't replace a fair and just pay raise.
  • As an environmentally-conscious citizen, I always make sure to pay attention to my carbon footprint.
  • Despite the economic recession, I'm willing to pay a premium for quality goods.
  • The new company policy mandates employees to pay a part of their health insurance premium.
  • Despite his financial difficulties, he always makes sure to pay his bills on time.
  • She was grateful for the opportunity to pay it forward by volunteering at the local food bank.
  • He was surprised to learn that his job offer came with a higher pay than he expected.
  • I'm willing to pay extra for expedited shipping to ensure my package arrives on time.
  • The company offered to pay for her travel expenses to attend the conference.
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