pago

This is the 1016th most frequent Portuguese word.

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pago

"Pago" in Portuguese means "paid" in English.


The word 'pago' is used as the past participle of the verb 'pagar', implying a completed action in the past.

Eu já paguei a conta do restaurante.

I have already paid the restaurant bill.


Here, 'paga' functions as the past participle in a passive voice construction, modifying the subject 'dívida'.

A dívida foi paga ontem pelo João.

The debt was paid yesterday by João.


'Paga' is used metaphorically here to describe a state of being settled or satisfied, particularly concerning one's moral obligations.

Ele está com a consciência paga e tranquila.

He is with his conscience settled and calm.