Cool MateMeaning of Pays
In simple words: To give money for something like a service or a product.
Pays in a sentence
- He always pays his bills on time.
- She pays for her groceries every week.
- The company pays its employees well.
- It pays to be punctual at work.
- Investing wisely pays off in the long run.
How to use Pays
Used in everyday contexts, like shopping or paying bills. More formal in business settings.
Grammar pattern
pays + object
Memory hint
Remember 'pays' as giving green 'dollars' for goods.
Related words
Collocations with Pays
- pays attention
- pays a fee
- pays in cash
- pays off
- pays monthly
Synonyms for Pays
- settles
- compensates
- remunerates
- disburses
- repays
Opposites of Pays
- costs
- loses
Common mistakes with Pays
- Confusing it with 'paying' as a continuous action.
- Using 'pay' instead of 'pays' when the subject is he/she/it.
- Misunderstanding the phrasal verb 'pays off' as just 'pay'.
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More words like Pays
- In closing
A phrase used to indicate the end of a speech or written text.
- We take this very seriously
We regard this matter as very important.
- Highest priorities
The most important tasks or goals that need immediate attention.
- AttentionA2
the act of listening to, looking at or thinking about something/somebody carefully; interest that people show in somebody/something
- No stone will go unturned
To make every possible effort to find or achieve something.
- Now would be the time
A suggestion that the current moment is ideal for taking action.
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Frequently asked questions about Pays
What does Pays mean?
To give money for something like a service or a product.
What is the definition of Pays?
To give money in exchange for goods or services.
How do you use Pays in a sentence?
He always pays his bills on time.
Can you give another example of Pays?
She pays for her groceries every week.
What are synonyms for Pays?
Common alternatives include settles, compensates, remunerates, disburses, repays.
What is the opposite of Pays?
Opposite meanings include costs, loses.
What words go with Pays?
It commonly pairs with pays attention, pays a fee, pays in cash, pays off, pays monthly.
What are common mistakes when using Pays?
Confusing it with 'paying' as a continuous action. Using 'pay' instead of 'pays' when the subject is he/she/it. Misunderstanding the phrasal verb 'pays off' as just 'pay'.
How do you pronounce Pays?
US: //peɪz//, UK: //peɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Pays?
Used in everyday contexts, like shopping or paying bills. More formal in business settings.