To Pix

“To pix” is a verb created by the process of conversion (zero-derivation) and Anglicization of the Brazilian Portuguese noun “PIX,” which is the name of a new instant payment system adopted by the Central Bank of Brazil in late 2020. A “PIX” may also simply refer to a transfer made using the PIX service.

As native English speakers who reside and teach English in Brazil began to receive payment via PIX, the verb form emerged as a result of conversion. It has become acceptable for both native English speakers and Brazilian students of English to use the verb form. A verb form does not exist in Portuguese.

“João, can you pix me for today’s class?” “Sorry, teacher, I completely forgot to pix you.”