How to Pronounce "pay homage to"
expression
PAY HA-mij to, PAY AH-mij to, PAY HA-mij tuh, PAY HA-mij ti
PAY HOM-ij too
Definition
To show deep respect or admiration for someone or something, often in a public or formal way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpeɪ/ /ˈɑmədʒ/, /ˈhɑmədʒ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
pˈeɪ/ /hˈɒmɪdʒ/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY HA-mij to, PAY AH-mij to, PAY HA-mij tuh, PAY HA-mij ti
UK
PAY HOM-ij too
Listen in Context
The people gathered to pay homage to the hero.
They pay homage to their ancestors every year.
The artist created a painting to pay homage to her teacher.
Many musicians pay homage to their idols through cover songs.