How to Pronounce "pay back"
expression
ˈpeɪ/ /ˈbæk
PAY-bak
pˈeɪ/ /bˈæk
PAY-bak
Definition
To return money that you borrowed from someone, or to give back what you owe. It can also mean to take revenge, but the primary use is about money.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpeɪ/ /ˈbæk
British English
pˈeɪ/ /bˈæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY-bak
UK
PAY-bak
Listen in Context
I need to pay back the money I borrowed from my friend.
She will pay back every cent she owes.
When can you pay back the loan?
Thanks for helping me—I'll pay you back next week.