Pay by Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈpeɪ/ /ˈbaɪ

PAY BY

UK

pˈeɪ/ /bˈaɪ

PAY BY

Definição

To give money for something using a particular method, such as cash, credit card, or mobile app. Often used with the method after 'by', like 'pay by cash' or 'pay by credit card.'

Uso & Nuances

'Pay by' is usually followed by a method (cash, card, phone, check, etc). It's more common in written/formal contexts; in conversation, 'pay with' is also used. Make sure to use the correct method word after 'pay by'. 'Pay by card' is more British; Americans often say 'pay with a card'.

• Spanish: pagar con - pagar por
• Portuguese (BR): pagar com - pagar por
• Portuguese (PT): pagar com - pagar por
• Chinese (Simplified): 用...付款 - 通过...支付
• Chinese (Traditional): 用...付款 - 透過...支付
• Hindi: से भुगतान करना
• Arabic: الدفع بواسطة - الدفع عن طريق
• Bengali: দিয়ে পরিশোধ করা
• Russian: платить с помощью - оплатить через
• Japanese: 〜で支払う
• Vietnamese: thanh toán bằng
• Korean: ~으로 결제하다
• Turkish: ile ödemek
• Urdu: سے ادائیگی کرنا
• Indonesian: membayar dengan

Frases de Exemplo

Can I pay by credit card here?

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You must pay by Friday to keep your reservation.

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Is it possible to pay by cash or only by card?

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Most people pay by phone these days—it's super convenient.

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You can also pay by scanning the QR code at the register.

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If you prefer, you can pay by check, though it's less common nowadays.

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