This is the 397th most frequent Portuguese word.
pagar
To pay.
Here, 'pagar' is used to indicate the action of settling or covering a monetary amount due, typically used in financial or transactional contexts.
Eu vou pagar a conta do restaurante.
I am going to pay the restaurant bill.
In this sentence, 'pagar' is used in a general sense of fulfilling an obligation, specifically financial obligations to authorities or entities.
É importante pagar os impostos no prazo.
It is important to pay taxes on time.
In this context, 'pagar' expresses the means of executing a payment, combined with the manner or tool used—such as a credit card.