English Idiom · Intermediate
pay overs
To pay a higher price than might be expected or considered reasonable
Pronunciation: say pay overs
Meaning
To pay more for something than is reasonable or necessary.
Example
I think I paid overs for this used car.
I think I paid overs for this used car.
Practice tips
- Practice pay overs out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English idiom is for intermediate-level learners.