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"Multas" is a form of "multar", a transitive verb which is often translated as "to fine". "Recargos" is a form of "recargo", a noun which is often translated as "surcharge". Learn more about the difference between "multas" and "recargos" below.
multar(
mool
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tahr
)A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
el recargo(
rreh
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kahr
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goh
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (general)
b. extra charge
Tuve que pagar recargos por no devolver el libro a tiempo a la biblioteca.I had to pay extra charges for not returning the book to the library on time.
