Meaning and Usage
"払い込む" (はらいこむ) means to deposit or pay money into an account or institution. It is often used in formal or business contexts such as paying tuition, insurance premiums, or salaries.
Common Collocations
- 払い込む + 口座 (account): to deposit money into an account.
- 授業料を払い込む: to pay tuition fees.
- 保険料を払い込む: to pay insurance premiums.
Nuances and Register
This verb implies a deliberate action of transferring money, often in a formal or official setting. It is more formal than just "払う" (to pay) and usually involves bank transactions or official payments.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "払い込む" with "支払う" (しはらう), which also means "to pay." "払い込む" specifically emphasizes the act of depositing money into an account or institution, while "支払う" is more general for paying money in various contexts.