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Payment

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpeɪmənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpeɪmənt/"]/

Meaning of Payment

the act of paying somebody/something or of being paid

In simple words: Money given for something.

Payment in a sentence

• The payment for the new smartphone was processed successfully.
• She made a payment on her credit card bill yesterday.
• Late payment could result in additional fees.
• He received his payment for the freelance work completed last month.
• The company offers several payment options for customers.
• Payment can also be made online for convenience.
• After the payment is confirmed, you will receive a receipt.

How to use Payment

Use 'payment' when referring to money in transactions, like bills or purchases. It's neutral but can also be used in formal contexts, such as contracts.

Grammar pattern

payment + for + something

Memory hint

Think of 'pay + ment'—you 'pay' money, and 'ment' reminds you it's a noun.

Related words

Collocations with Payment

• immediate
• prompt
• late
• make
• authorize
• arrange for
• be due
• option
• plan
• schedule
• in payment
• in payment for
• in payment of
• a method of payment
• payment in advance
• payment in full
• annual
• monthly
• etc.
• afford
• keep up
• meet
• in payments
• payment for
• payment from
• the balance of payments

Synonyms for Payment

• recompense

Opposites of Payment

• refund
• reimbursement

Common mistakes with Payment

• Confused with 'receipt'—a receipt is proof of payment.
• Using 'payment' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Misplacing the preposition, saying 'payment to' when it should be 'payment for'.

Frequently asked questions about Payment

What does Payment mean?

Money given for something.

What is the definition of Payment?

the act of paying somebody/something or of being paid

How do you use Payment in a sentence?

The payment for the new smartphone was processed successfully.

Can you give another example of Payment?

She made a payment on her credit card bill yesterday.

What are synonyms for Payment?

Common alternatives include recompense.

What is the opposite of Payment?

Opposite meanings include refund, reimbursement.

What words go with Payment?

It commonly pairs with immediate, prompt, late, make, authorize, arrange for, be due, option, plan, schedule, in payment, in payment for, in payment of, a method of payment, payment in advance, payment in full, annual, monthly, etc., afford, keep up, meet, in payments, payment for, payment from, the balance of payments.

What are common mistakes when using Payment?

Confused with 'receipt'—a receipt is proof of payment. Using 'payment' as a verb instead of a noun. Misplacing the preposition, saying 'payment to' when it should be 'payment for'.

How do you pronounce Payment?

US: /["/ˈpeɪmənt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpeɪmənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Payment?

Use 'payment' when referring to money in transactions, like bills or purchases. It's neutral but can also be used in formal contexts, such as contracts.

What CEFR level is Payment?

"Payment" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.