This is the 6951st most frequent Dutch word.
afrekenen
"To settle or pay (e.g., a bill), or to deal with."
In this sentence, 'afrekenen' is used in the context of making payment for purchased items.
Ik moet nog afrekenen voor mijn boodschappen.
I still need to check out for my groceries.
Here, 'afrekenen' refers to the act of concluding a transaction by paying.
De klant wil contant afrekenen.
The customer wants to pay in cash.
In this usage, 'afrekenen' has a figurative meaning, implying settling a dispute or addressing unresolved issues.