Phrasal Verb: Pay off

Phrasal Verb: Pay off


Meaning: Completely repay a debt

Example: The mortgage will be PAID OFF in twenty-five years.

Notes:

- Separable [optional] Help

- International English

Phrasal Verb: Pay off


Meaning: Produce a profitable or successful result

Example: Their patience PAID OFF when he finally showed up and signed the contract.

Notes:

- Intransitive Help

- International English

Other Phrasal Verbs

We have 4 phrasal verbs with 'PAY'

- Pay back
- Pay for
- Pay into
- Pay off

 

Don't Miss...

Phrasal Verb Definition
New Phrasal Verbs
Test Yourself on Phrasal Verbs
Books on Phrasal Verbs
Suggest a Phrasal Verb