"Fines" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Fines are a type of financial penalty imposed on someone who has broken the law, often as a result of a conviction in a court of law. They can also refer to a charge for something, such as a hotel, hotel room, or airline ticket, or a penalty for transporting or possessing an item that is illegal, such as a firearm or a controlled substance. In addition, fines can also refer to a small charge, such as a fine for a minor traffic offense or a fine for being late.
Usage Examples for "Fines"
The verb "to fine" means to impose a penalty or a sum of money on someone as a punishment for breaking a rule or law. This can be done by an authority such as a court or a government agency. It is often used in the phrase "to fine someone" which means to give someone a penalty or a punishment.