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fees

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈfiz// UK //fˈiːz// fees

n. money you pay to a person or an organization for a specific service or piece of work. You often pay these for things like school, legal help, or using a gym.

n. a fixed sum of money charged by an individual or institution in exchange for professional services or specific privileges. Often used in the plural to refer to the total cost of a service like education or healthcare.


SIMPLE

The lawyer charges high fees for his advice.

CONTEXTUAL

Many students take out loans to cover their university tuition fees and living expenses during their degree.

COMPLEX

While the initial membership is free, the contract includes hidden administrative fees that apply if you decide to cancel the service within the first six months.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used in the plural when referring to professional services or education.

Pitfall

I paid the school faresI paid the school feesLearners often confuse 'fees' with 'fares' (money paid for travel) or 'prices' (money paid for goods).

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