paychecks
word · lemma: paycheck
Definition
Paychecks are the papers or electronic statements showing how much money an employee receives from their employer, usually every week or month. The word can also mean the payment itself.
Usage & Nuances
'Paychecks' is mostly used in American English and refers to both the physical check or the payment itself. It's common in workplace talk, e.g., 'waiting for our paychecks.' In the modern world, many people receive direct deposit, but 'paycheck' is still widely used. 'Paycheques' is the British English spelling, but less common.
Example Sentences
Our paychecks come on Friday every week.
basic
They opened their paychecks to check the amount.
basic
Some people save part of their paychecks every month.
basic
After taxes, our paychecks are much smaller than we expected.
natural
I wish our paychecks were enough to cover all the bills.
natural
Everyone was excited because their paychecks finally arrived after the delay.
natural