bezahlen
pay
Geld geben, um etwas zu bekommen oder eine Schuld zu begleichen.
The German word "bezahlen" is a verb that means "to pay". It is derived from the prefix "be" and the verb "zahlen" which means "to count" or "to pay". "Bezahlen" specifically refers to the act of giving money in exchange for goods or services.
Similar words in German include "zahlen" (to pay), "begleichen" (to settle), and "entrichten" (to remit).
- "Zahlen" is a more general term and can also mean "to count" or simply "to pay".
- "Begleichen" implies a full and final payment, often used in the context of bills or debts.
- "Entrichten" is a formal term often used for paying fees, dues, or taxes.
"Bezahlen" is commonly used in everyday contexts, while the other terms might be seen in specific or formal scenarios.
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Examples
Ich bezahle die Rechnung.verb
I am paying the bill.
Du musst noch bezahlen.verb
You still have to pay.
Er wird alles bezahlen.verb
He will pay for everything.
Wir müssen noch alles bezahlen.verb
We still have to pay for everything.
Er kann nicht sofort bezahlen.verb
He cannot pay immediately.
Er wird seine Bestellung sofort bezahlen.verb
He will pay for his order immediately.
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