How to Pronounce "pay dividends"
expression
ˈpeɪ/ /ˈdɪvəˌdɛndz
PAY DIV-uh-dendz
pˈeɪ/ /dˈɪvɪdəndz
PAY DIV-i-dundz
Definition
If something pays dividends, it gives you good results or benefits, especially after some effort or time. It comes from finance, where 'dividends' are payments to shareholders, but it's often used about non-money situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpeɪ/ /ˈdɪvəˌdɛndz
British English
pˈeɪ/ /dˈɪvɪdəndz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY DIV-uh-dendz
UK
PAY DIV-i-dundz
Listen in Context
Regular reading habits can pay dividends later in life.
Taking care of your health now will pay dividends in the future.
Learning English early can pay dividends when looking for a job.
Her kindness to others really pays dividends—people are always willing to help her.