Translation guide
The act of paying money for goods, services, or obligations. Japanese has several words for 'payment' depending on context: general payments, bills, shopping, online transactions, and formal settlements.
The most common, all-purpose word for payment in everyday situations.
The standard noun for 'payment'. Used for bills, invoices, purchases, and general financial transactions. Can be used in both casual and formal settings.
支払いはクレジットカードでお願いします。
I'll pay by credit card, please.
家賃の支払いが遅れてしまった。
The rent payment was late.
The verb form 'to pay'. Used for paying money, bills, or debts.
明日までに料金を支払わなければならない。
I have to pay the fee by tomorrow.
When you want to ask for the bill or say you'll pay in a casual setting.
Polite way to refer to the bill or check, especially at restaurants. Often used when asking for the bill.
お会計をお願いします。
Check, please.
More casual or traditional term for the bill, often used among friends or in older establishments.
When talking about payment methods or completing a transaction online.
Refers to settlement or clearing of a payment, especially in e-commerce, credit card transactions, or digital payments.
オンライン決済が完了しました。
Online payment has been completed.
クレジットカード決済は安全ですか？
Is credit card payment secure?
For regular payments like utilities, rent, or subscription services.
Automatic debit or direct withdrawal from a bank account. Common for recurring bills.
電気代は口座から引き落としです。
The electricity bill is paid by automatic debit.
Monthly payment plan. Often used for subscriptions or installment payments.
Used in business contexts, contracts, or official transactions.
Refers to the receipt of money, i.e., payment received. Often used in business emails or accounting.
ご入金を確認いたしました。
We have confirmed your payment.
Payment of taxes, fees, or official dues. Formal and often used in government or legal contexts.
Specifically paying with physical money.
Cash payment. Often seen on signs or when choosing payment method.
現金払いのみです。
Cash only.
Verb phrase: to pay in cash.
現金で支払ってもいいですか？
Can I pay in cash?
支払い is the general word for payment in daily life (bills, shopping). 決済 is used for financial settlement, especially in business or online transactions (credit card settlement, electronic payment). Use 支払い for everyday situations and 決済 for technical/financial contexts.
家賃の支払い
rent payment
クレジットカード決済
credit card payment (settlement)
The English loanword ペイメント is not commonly used in natural Japanese. Stick to native terms like 支払い or 決済.
支払いは月末までです。
Payment is due by the end of the month.
オンラインで支払いをしました。
I made the payment online.
さまざまな支払い方法をご利用いただけます。
We accept various payment methods.
勘定は俺が払うよ。
I'll pick up the tab.
Means 'payment method'. Used when selecting how to pay (credit card, bank transfer, etc.).
支払い方法を選んでください。
Please select a payment method.
このサービスは月払いです。
This service is paid monthly.
The deadline for tax payment is tomorrow.