owe
Pronunciation
Verb
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
To be required to pay or repay money to someone, or to feel gratitude toward someone.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He still _____ his brother fifty dollars."
Answer: owe
In your own words, what does "owe" mean?
To be required to pay or repay money to someone, or to feel gratitude toward someone.
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