el peaje
the toll
Example Sentence
El peaje se paga con tarjeta o en efectivo.
The toll is paid by card or in cash.
Meaning
El peaje is a toll you pay to use certain roads, bridges, or highways. It can be the fee itself or the toll station in casual speech.
Common Phrases
- pagar el peaje — to pay the toll
- caseta de peaje — toll booth
Example
Pagamos el peaje con tarjeta.
We paid the toll by card.
Common Mistake
Do not confuse el peaje with la propina (tip). Avoid el tip or la tip; the correct word is el peaje.