Definition of "owe"
Kid-friendly meaning of owe, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "owe" mean?
owe (verb) — to have to pay money or give something back to someone.
Example sentences using "owe"
Grade K–2
I owe you a dollar.
Grade 3–5
I still owe my brother three dollars from when he bought me a snack.
Grade 6–8
Borrowing money from a bank means you owe back not just what you borrowed but also extra money called interest, which is the bank's fee for lending it.
Words that rhyme with "owe"
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