How to Pronounce "pay a compliment"
expression
ˈpeɪ/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkɑmpɫəmɛnt
PAY uh KOM-pluh-ment
pˈeɪ/ /æɪ/ /ˈkɒmplɪmənt
PAY uh KOM-pli-ment
Definition
To say something nice to someone about their appearance, abilities, or actions to show admiration or praise.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpeɪ/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkɑmpɫəmɛnt
British English
pˈeɪ/ /æɪ/ /ˈkɒmplɪmənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY uh KOM-pluh-ment
UK
PAY uh KOM-pli-ment
Listen in Context
She paid a compliment to her friend’s new dress.
It is polite to pay a compliment when you like something about someone.
Tom felt happy when his teacher paid him a compliment.
Did you just pay me a compliment, or are you teasing me?