pay through the nose

Casual C1 Eiken 1 Advanced

pay through the nose

Meaning

To pay much more than something is worth.

Literal Translation

鼻を通して払う

Examples

  • We paid through the nose for tickets to the show. 私たちはそのショーのチケットに法外な金を払った。
  • You will pay through the nose if you book at the last minute. 直前に予約すると、ひどく高くつくよ。