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Is the word pagamento the same in Brazilian and European Portuguese?

Yes

The spelling, meaning, and grammatical function of "pagamento" are identical in both Brazilian and Continental Portuguese. The only difference is pronunciation. Brazilian Portuguese tends to have more "open" vowels and a more rhythmic, syllable-timed cadence, making the "e" in the middle of the word clearly audible. In Continental Portuguese, there is significant vowel reduction; unstressed vowels are often shortened or nearly silent, giving the word a more "closed" and compressed sound.

Brazilian Portuguese examples

1. O pagamento foi feito por boleto. (The payment was made via bank slip.)
2. O pagamento do aluguel está atrasado. (The rent payment is late.)
3. Eu preciso do comprovante de pagamento. (I need the payment receipt.)
4. O pagamento pode ser parcelado? (Can the payment be split into installments?)
5. O pagamento caiu na conta hoje. (The payment hit the account today.)

Continental Portuguese examples

1. O pagamento foi efetuado por transferência. (The payment was made via transfer.)
2. O pagamento deve ser feito por multibanco. (The payment must be made via ATM.)
3. Não aceitamos pagamento em numerário. (We do not accept payment in cash.)
4. O pagamento está dividido em prestações. (The payment is divided into installments.)
5. Preciso do comprovativo de pagamento. (I need the proof of payment.)