verb
- to give money to someone for goods, services, or debts
- to give or offer something as a consequence or penalty
- to be profitable or worthwhile
noun
- money given to someone for work or services
Examples
- I need to pay the electric bill this week.
- She pays her employees well.
- He will pay for his mistakes.
- It doesn’t pay to be dishonest.
- Please pay attention to the instructions.
- The job offers good pay and benefits.
- Workers demanded equal pay for equal work.