Phrasal Verb: Pay for
English Meaning: Be punished or held accountable
Hindi Meaning: सजा भुगतना
The phrasal verb “pay for” is commonly used when someone faces the consequences of their actions — especially when those actions are wrong or harmful. It can also refer to the literal act of buying something, but in this context, we focus on the punishment or consequence meaning.
In Hindi:
सजा भुगतना, किसी कार्य का परिणाम झेलना
What Does “Pay For” Mean?
- To be punished for something wrong done
- To suffer the consequences of one’s actions
How to Use “Pay For” in Sentences
Example 1: He broke the law and now he must pay for it.
Hindi: उसने कानून तोड़ा और अब उसे उसकी सजा भुगतनी पड़ेगी।
Example 2: You’ll pay for your mistakes one day.
Hindi: एक दिन तुम्हें अपनी गलतियों की सजा मिलेगी।
Example 3: They bullied him at school, but they eventually paid for it.
Hindi: उन्होंने स्कूल में उसे तंग किया, लेकिन अंत में उन्हें उसकी सजा मिली।
Example 4: She’ll pay for what she did to her friends.
Hindi: उसे अपने दोस्तों के साथ किए गए बुरे व्यवहार की सजा भुगतनी पड़ेगी।
Example 5: The company paid dearly for ignoring customer complaints.
Hindi: ग्राहकों की शिकायतें नज़रअंदाज़ करने की कंपनी को भारी कीमत चुकानी पड़ी।
Common Mistakes When Using “Pay For”
❌ Incorrect: He will pay it.
✅ Correct: He will pay for it.
(“Pay for” needs an object that refers to the action being punished.)
❌ Incorrect: They paid their anger.
✅ Correct: They paid for their anger.
(Always use “pay for” followed by the reason someone is being punished.)
Questions for Test
- What does “pay for” mean in a negative context?
- Translate: “She must pay for her actions.”
- Fill in the blank: “If you lie, you’ll have to _______ it.”
- What’s the difference between “pay” and “pay for”?
- Write a sentence in English using “pay for” to show punishment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is “pay for” always negative?
Not always. It can also mean to give money for something (e.g., I paid for the lunch). But in this context, we use the negative sense — being punished or suffering consequences.
Can “pay for” be used in formal English?
Yes, it is commonly used in both formal and informal situations when referring to consequences.
Can we use “pay for” with emotions?
Yes, like: He paid for his arrogance. (उसने अपने घमंड की सजा भुगती।)
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