Today’s word of the day is 付 (fù) which is a verb that means ‘to pay’. Let’s practice by making different words, phrases, and sentences with 付 (fù).
付出 (fù chū) To give or invest
The first word is 付出 (fù chū) which means ‘to give or invest’. This is mainly used to refer to the investment of time or energy. Let’s look at each character of this word, 付 means to pay and 出 (chū) means out. A way of using it in a sentence is 父母付出最伟大无私的爱。(Fùmǔ fùchū zuì wěidà wúsī de ài。) Parents give the greatest, most unconditional love.
付款 (fù kuǎn) To pay the bill / a sum of money
Another word we can create with 付 (fù) is 付款 (fù kuǎn). This means to pay the bill or pay a sum of money. Let’s again look at each character of this word, 付 means to pay, and 款means funds. A way of using it in a sentence is 我们吃完饭爸爸就付款了。(Wǒmen chī wán fàn bàba jiù fùkuǎnle.) Dad paid the bill after we finished eating.
支付宝 (zhī fù bǎo) Alipay (a brand)
Finally, we can create the brand name 支付宝 (zhī fù bǎo) which is Alipay. A very well-known online payment platform.