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he pays vs he pay

The correct phrase is "he pays." The verb "pay" needs to agree with the subject "he" in the third person singular form. Using "he pay" would be grammatically incorrect.

Last updated: April 05, 2024

he pays

This phrase is correct. The verb "pay" is in the third person singular form to agree with the subject "he."

Use "he pays" when referring to the action of someone paying for something in the third person singular form.

Examples:

  • He pays for his groceries every week.
  • He pays the bills on time.

Alternatives:

  • he is paying
  • he will pay
  • he has paid
  • he paid
  • he has been paying

he pay

This phrase is incorrect. The verb "pay" should be in the third person singular form, which is "pays" when used with the subject "he."

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