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owe

Pronunciation: [oʊ]

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Learn how to use owe in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(verb) to be required to pay or give something to someone because you took it or received a favor from them. If someone lends you money or helps you with something, you owe them something in return.

Example

I owe my friend $10 because I borrowed it last week.

Example

I don't owe anyone money; I paid everyone back.

Example

Do you owe her anything for helping you with your project?

Context: “gratitude”

(verb) to feel that you should be grateful to someone for something they have done for you. It’s about recognizing that someone helped you in a way that you should appreciate.

Example

I owe my teacher a lot for helping me learn to read.

Example

I don’t owe him any thanks because he didn’t help me at all.

Example

Who do you owe for your success in school this year?

How to pronounce owe

Pronunciation: [oʊ]

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