You know that they are…. ?

Definition of taxes: Taxes are the tributes or contributions that are paid to the State, to supply public expenses. Its fulfillment falls on the general benefits of the nation through government works.

Tax example:

Value Added Tax
Personal Income Tax
Inheritance tax and donations
Economic activities tax
Real estate tax
Tax on property transfers and documented legal activities
Main elements of taxes
The main elements that will help us understand what taxes are are:

The taxable event: The activity or situation that motivates the tax obligation.
Taxable person: The person or organization that faces the obligation.
Taxable base: The amount on which the tax is applied.
Tax rate: This is the proportion that is applied to the tax base to calculate the amount to be paid.
Tax quota: It is the amount to pay.

It is easy to understand them with a clear definition of taxes.