German · Daily Life
Bezahlen
To pay
Beginnerverb
Definition
To give money for goods or services.
Example
Wie möchten Sie bezahlen?
How would you like to pay?
Etymology
'Bezahlen' comes from the Middle High German 'bezahlen', which is derived from 'be-' (a prefix) and 'zalen' (to pay). The term has evolved within the context of financial transactions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Bezahlen' is primarily used in spoken and written language across both formal and informal contexts, from everyday transactions to business discussions. It is universally understood in German-speaking regions.