payable
word
Definition
If an amount of money is payable, it means that it must be paid, often at a specific time or under certain conditions.
Usage & Nuances
Used in business, legal, and financial contexts; often paired with time ('payable on receipt', 'payable by the end of the month'). Common in phrases: 'accounts payable' (money a company owes to suppliers). Not usually used in everyday conversation.
Spanish: pagadero - a pagarPortuguese (BR): pagável - a pagarPortuguese (PT): pagável - a pagarChinese (Simplified): 应付 - 可支付Chinese (Traditional): 應付 - 可支付Hindi: देयArabic: مستحق الدفع
Example Sentences
The bill is payable within 30 days.
basic
The amount is payable on delivery.
basic
All taxes are payable by April 15th.
basic
Is there a fee payable when I open this account?
natural
Your bonus is payable at the end of the year if you meet your targets.
natural
The invoice clearly states all charges payable by the customer.
natural