What is tax? How to use in English

The word "tax" has its roots in Latin. The Latin word "taxare" means "to assess or appraise" and is derived from the verb "tacere," which means "to value or reckon." The Latin word "taxa" means "a valuation" or "assessment." The Latin "taxare" was borrowed into Middle English as "taxen," which meant "to assess or value." The noun form "tax" emerged in the 15th century, initially meaning "a valuation" or "assessment." Over time, the meaning of the word "tax" expanded to include the idea of a compulsory payment to the government, such as a tax on income, property, or goods. Today, the word "tax" is used in many languages to refer to a compulsory levy or payment to the government, and its origins in Latin reflect the ancient Roman practice of assessing and collecting taxes to fund government activities.