Italian · Common Verbs
pagare
to pay
Beginnerverb
Definition
To give money in return for goods or services.
Example
Posso pagare con la carta di credito?
Can I pay with a credit card?
Etymology
'Pagare' originates from the Latin 'pacare', meaning 'to pacify' or 'to settle'. Its meaning has evolved to predominantly focus on financial transactions.
How & Where It’s Used
'Pagare' is commonly used in both spoken and written forms, applicable in both informal and formal contexts, especially in financial discussions.