目標を達成するために、大きな代償を払った。
He paid a high price to achieve his goal.
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He paid for the coffee with a credit card.
彼は長年の功績に対して敬意を払った。
He showed respect for the many years of achievements.
彼女は高価な花瓶を細心の注意を払って扱った。
She handled the expensive vase with meticulous care.
奨学金のおかげで、学費を払うことができた
Thanks to the scholarship, I was able to pay the tuition.
除夜の鐘を聞きながら、百八の煩悩を払い、新年を迎える。
While listening to the New Year's Eve bells, we cast away the 108 worldly desires and welcome the New Year.
瞑想をしている間は、雑念を払い、呼吸に集中する。
While meditating, clear your mind of distracting thoughts and focus on your breathing.
スピード違反をして、警察に罰金を払わされた。
I was forced to pay a fine to the police for speeding.
彼は邪念を払い、一心不乱に机に向かった。
He cleared his mind of distractions and focused intently on his work.
代金は掛けで払うことにした。
I decided to pay on credit.
Usage Notes
A very versatile verb used for paying money, removing dust/snow, or directing attention/respect.
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