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Owe it to Meaning in English

expression

ˈoʊ/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
OH-it-TOO, OH-it-tuh, OH-it-ti
ˈəʊ/ /ˈɪt/ /tˈuː
OH-it-TOO

释义

To say that someone or something is the reason for a success or result, or that you feel you must do something because of someone or something.

用法与细微差别

Commonly used to express gratitude or explain reasons (“owe it to my parents,” “owe it to hard work”). Can also mean having a duty (“owe it to yourself”). Often requires an object: 'owe it to someone' or 'owe it to something.' Not used for money owed.

例句

I owe it to my teachers that I passed the test.

basic

She owes it to her hard work that she succeeded.

basic

We owe it to our parents to try our best.

basic

Honestly, I owe it to luck that I got this job.

natural

You owe it to yourself to take a break once in a while.

natural

If I succeed, I'll always owe it to your support.

natural