Portuguese Phrase
Quanto paga esse cargo?
Meaning
The sentence asks about the salary associated with a specific job role. It is a straightforward way to inquire how much money the position pays, typically used in a professional or interview context.
When to use
Use this question when you are discussing a job offer, during a job interview, or when a colleague mentions a vacancy and you want to know the compensation. It is polite but direct, so it works best when the conversation has already moved to the topic of employment terms.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Quantopagaessecargo?
Quanto
Interrogative adverb meaning 'how much' used to ask about quantity or price.
paga
Third‑person singular present of the verb *pagar* (to pay). Here it refers to the salary that the position offers.
esse
Demonstrative adjective meaning 'this' (masculine, singular). It points to a specific job that has just been mentioned.
cargo
Noun meaning 'position' or 'job role' in a company or organization.
?
Question mark indicating the sentence is a direct question.
🗨In Conversation
Estou pensando em me candidatar ao cargo de analista de marketing.
I'm thinking of applying for the marketing analyst position.
Quanto paga esse cargo?
How much does this position pay?
✕Common Mistakes
Quantos paga esse cargo?
Use *quanto* (singular) because *cargo* is singular; *quantos* is for plural nouns.
Quanto pagar esse cargo?
The verb must be conjugated to match the third‑person singular subject; *pagar* (infinitive) is incorrect here.
↔Alternatives
Qual é o salário desse cargo?
What is the salary for this position?
Quanto é a remuneração desse cargo?
How much is the remuneration for this position?
Qual o valor pago por esse cargo?
What amount is paid for this position?
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, directly asking about salary is acceptable in a professional setting, especially after the employer brings up the topic of compensation. However, in the early stages of a job interview it is common to wait until the recruiter mentions the salary range. Using a polite tone and pairing the question with a phrase like "Se possível, poderia me informar..." can make the request sound more courteous.