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I owe him vs I owe him for

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I owe him' is used when stating a debt or obligation without specifying what is owed, while 'I owe him for' is used when specifying the reason or cause of the debt or obligation.

Last updated: March 19, 2024

I owe him

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when stating a debt or obligation without specifying what is owed.

This phrase is used to indicate that you have a debt or obligation to someone without mentioning the specific reason or cause.

Examples:

  • I owe him a favor.
  • I owe him money.
  • I owe him an apology.

Alternatives:

  • I am indebted to him.
  • I am obligated to him.
  • I am in debt to him.

I owe him for

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when specifying the reason or cause of the debt or obligation.

This phrase is used to indicate that you have a debt or obligation to someone and specify the reason or cause of it.

Examples:

  • I owe him for the help he gave me.
  • I owe him for the book he lent me.
  • I owe him for the work he did.

Alternatives:

  • I am indebted to him for.
  • I am obligated to him for.
  • I am in debt to him for.

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