What is another word for I owe you?

Pronunciation: [a͡ɪ ˈə͡ʊ juː] (IPA)

"I owe you" is a phrase used to indicate that someone needs to repay a debt that they owe to another person. There are several other synonyms used to express this phrase such as "owed debt," "outstanding obligation," "unpaid debt," and "unresolved balance." Some also use the terms "debt," "liability," or "arrears" in place of the phrase "I owe you." Additionally, it can be referred to as an "IOU," which is a written acknowledgement of a debt that one intends to pay back. Ultimately, it is important to communicate and fulfill any debts owed to maintain healthy and respectful relationships.

What are the hypernyms for I owe you?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with I owe you

  • If I have made an appointment with you, I owe you punctuality, I have no right to throw away your time, if I do my own.
    Richard Cecil
  • I don't know what it is to love the way they love-they would jump off a bridge for me. I can't do that. I can only say, I owe you.
    Bobby Darin
  • Just because you like my stuff doesn't mean I owe you anything.
    Bob Dylan
  • Toots said to me, 'I gotta hand it to him, thought, when he got into the big money, he came by and handed me the cash, saying, 'Here's what I'm sure I owe you.'
    Audrey Meadows
  • “Thanks, awfully,” said Thomas. “Now...uh...what do I owe you for this?” Finney’s reaction made him feel as if he had uttered some indecency. “Don’t mention payment, my son! Money is wrong—it’s the means whereby man enslaves his brother.” “I beg your pardon, sir,” Thomas apologized sincerely. “Nevertheless, I wish there were some way for me to do something for you.” “That is another matter. Help your brother when you can, and help will come to you when you need it.”
    Robert A. Heinlein

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