More Normal English vs Business English Verbs

This video continues our series on business English verbs, showing you how to replace everyday words with more professional alternatives. These upgrades are perfect for emails, reports, contracts and meetings, where formal language makes a stronger impression. In this short video, you will learn five new pairs. Instead of pay, use compensate, which is common when talking about salaries, damages or extra work. For example, Employees will be compensated for overtime. Instead of try, use attempt, as in We will attempt to solve the issue today. Instead of review, use evaluate, which suggests a careful and detailed assessment. For example, We need to evaluate the results. Instead of find, use locate, which is perfect for files, documents and people. For example, I couldn't locate the file. And instead of buy, use purchase, a very common word in business, shopping and finance. For example, The company purchased new equipment. These verbs help you sound precise and professional without making your sentences complicated. They are also useful for business English exams and job interviews. Watch the video, repeat each pair and try using the professional verbs in your next email or report. Your English will sound more polished and confident.