payer

Senses

1. 1.

   to pay

   to give money in exchange for goods or services

2. 2.

   to pay for

   to settle a debt or cost

3. 3.

   to pay (a price/penalty)

   to suffer or endure consequences

Examples

• "Je dois payer ma facture d'électricité."

  I have to pay my electricity bill.

• "Combien as-tu payé pour cette voiture ?"

  How much did you pay for this car?

• "Il a payé cher pour son erreur."

  He paid dearly for his mistake.

Usage

Common in everyday and business contexts. Frequently used with the preposition "pour" (payer pour = to pay for). Note the distinction: "payer quelque chose" (pay something) vs. "payer quelqu'un" (pay someone).