How do you say "By card / by credit card" in French?

"By card / by credit card" in French is "Par carte". This phrase is commonly used in France.

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How to Say ‘By card / by credit card’ in French

Q: What does "Par carte" mean in English?

"Par carte" means "By card / by credit card" in English. Usage tip: [Par carte] is the usual way to say paying by card; French often uses [par] for payment method: [par carte], [par chèque]. For cash, though, you usually hear [en espèces], not [par espèces].

Par carte

par kart

[par kart]

💬 Usage Tip: [Par carte] is the usual way to say paying by card; French often uses [par] for payment method: [par carte], [par chèque]. For cash, though, you usually hear [en espèces], not [par espèces].

Phrase Breakdown

Par

[par]

A preposition showing the method used.

Example

Je règle par carte, pas en espèces.

I'm paying by card, not in cash.

carte

[kart]

card

Refers to a bank card or credit/debit card.

Example

Ma carte fonctionne très bien.

My card works very well.

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