Pronunciation: /peɪ ɔf/
noun a payment made to someone, typically as part of an agreed trade
A1 I hope all my hard work will eventually pay off.
A2 Studying regularly will definitely pay off in the end.
B1 The investment in the new technology will pay off in the long run.
B2 The risky business venture finally paid off and brought in huge profits.
C1 The years of dedication and commitment to her career finally paid off when she was promoted to CEO.
C2 The extensive training and preparation for the marathon paid off when she crossed the finish line in record time.
verb to give someone what is owed, typically money, in return for their efforts or services
A1 I hope all my hard work will pay off in the end.
A2 Studying for exams may be tough, but it will pay off when you get good grades.
B1 Investing in your education can really pay off in terms of future career opportunities.
B2 After years of dedication and practice, her skills as a pianist finally paid off with a record deal.
C1 The long hours and sacrifices she made for her business eventually paid off with a successful IPO.
C2 His perseverance and determination to succeed in the industry paid off when he was appointed as CEO of the company.
adverb used to describe the act of paying off in a satisfactory or successful manner
A1 I studied hard for the test and it paid off.
A2 She saved money every month and it paid off when she could afford a new car.
B1 The long hours of practice finally paid off when he won the competition.
B2 The investment in the new technology paid off with increased efficiency and profits.
C1 Years of dedication and hard work finally paid off when she was promoted to CEO.
C2 The risky decision to expand the business internationally paid off with a significant increase in revenue.
formal Investing in education may require a significant financial commitment, but the long-term pay off in terms of career opportunities is worth it.
informal I know saving money can be tough, but trust me, the pay off of having a safety net is so worth it.
slang I've been working hard on this project and I'm hoping it will pay off big time.
figurative Sometimes taking risks in life can be scary, but the pay off of personal growth and self-discovery is invaluable.
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