pagar

Senses

1. 1.

   to pay

   to give money in exchange for goods or services

2. 2.

   to pay back

   to repay a debt or loan

3. 3.

   to suffer (consequences)

   to face or endure the negative results of an action

Examples

• "Quanto custa? Vou pagar com cartão."

  How much is it? I'll pay by card.

• "Ele deve pagar a dívida até o final do mês."

  He must repay the debt by the end of the month.

• "Você vai pagar caro por essa atitude!"

  You'll pay dearly for that attitude!

Usage

One of the most common verbs in Brazilian Portuguese. Frequently used in the expression "pagar à vista" (pay on the spot) or "pagar parcelado" (pay in installments). The third sense (to suffer consequences) is more figurative and often implies a negative outcome.