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paying

Pronunciation: [/ˈpeɪ.ɪŋ/]

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

Context: “financial transactions”

(verb) giving money for goods or services received. When you go to a store and exchange money for something you want, you are paying for it.

Example

I will be paying for my groceries with cash today.

Example

He was not paying attention to the total cost and overspent.

Example

Are you paying for the concert tickets online or at the venue?

Context: “attention or respect”

(verb) showing attention or respect towards someone or something. When you listen carefully or show appreciation, you are paying attention or respect.

Example

She was paying close attention to the teacher during the lesson.

Example

The students were not paying respect to the school rules.

Example

Why is it important to pay attention to your teacher during class?

How to pronounce paying

Pronunciation: [/ˈpeɪ.ɪŋ/]

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