1. A payment made at or before the agreed-upon deadline or due date, without delay
The timely payment of the invoice ensured a good business relationship.
O pagamento pontual da fatura garantiu um bom relacionamento comercial.
2. In legal and financial contexts, a payment submitted within the required or specified timeframe to avoid penalties or default
Timely payment is essential to maintain your credit score.
O pagamento pontual é essencial para manter sua pontuação de crédito.