Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

to-pay-your-way

phrase

/tə peɪ jʊər weɪ/

Definition

To cover your own expenses or costs, especially in a shared situation.

Examples

When going out to dinner, it’s only fair to pay your way if you ordered the same amount as others.
At the event, everyone was asked to pay their way for the refreshments.

Meaning

This phrase is commonly used to indicate that an individual is responsible for their own financial contribution in a group setting, such as when dining out with friends or participating in group activities.