Pague (en. Pay)

/paˈɡe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

Expression of a desire or need to perform the act of paying.

I hope I pay the rent on time.

Espero que yo pague a tiempo el alquiler.

To request the fulfillment of a financial obligation.

It is important that I pay my debts.

Es importante que yo pague mis deudas.

Indicates an action that may depend on certain conditions.

If I pay, we will be able to attend the concert.

Si yo pague, podremos asistir al concierto.

From the Spanish verb 'pagar', which comes from the Latin 'pacare', meaning 'to make peace' or 'to settle a debt'.

pay what you owe

Indicates that a person must fulfill their payment obligation.

pague lo que debe

or I will pay it

Expression suggesting that someone will have to take responsibility for the payment.

o lo pago yo

to pay

To carry out an action of delivering money or compensation.

pagar

payment

Action of delivering an amount of money to settle a debt.

pago

To be on the list of debtors.

If you don't pay, you remain on the list of those who didn't pay.

Si no pagas, te quedas en la lista de los que no pague.

To make an illegal or cash payment.

It is said that some pay under the table to avoid taxes.

Se dice que algunos pague en negro para evitar impuestos.