“Bar oder mit Karte?”
Cash or card?
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Literal Translation
Word for word: “Cash or with card?”
Pronunciation
/baːɐ̯ ˈoːdɐ mɪt ˈkaʁtə/
When to Use This Phrase
Card payment is now standard in Germany, but some bakeries, kiosks and small cafés still take cash only, so it's worth carrying some. You'll also hear 'EC-Karte', the everyday name for a German debit card.
Example Sentences
Das macht 12,50 Euro. Bar oder mit Karte? — Mit Karte, bitte.
That comes to 12.50 euros. Cash or card? — Card, please.
Zahlen Sie bar oder mit Karte?
Are you paying cash or by card?
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