How do you say "Cash only?" in German?

"Cash only?" in German is "Nur Barzahlung?". This phrase is commonly used in Germany.

What does "Nur Barzahlung?" mean in English?

"Nur Barzahlung?" means "Cash only?" in English.

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How to Say ‘Cash only?’ in German

Nur Barzahlung?

noor BAR-tsah-loong

[noor BAR-tsah-loong]

🇩🇪 In Germany: This is a natural quick check if you suspect cards are not accepted. Many places will also phrase it as [Nur Barzahlung] on a sign rather than a full sentence.

Phrase Breakdown

Nur

[noor]

only

Used to limit something, here meaning 'cash only.'

Example

Ist hier nur Barzahlung möglich?

Is only cash payment possible here?

Barzahlung

[BAR-tsah-loong]

cash payment

A noun meaning payment in cash, not by card.

Example

Gilt heute nur Barzahlung im Restaurant?

Is cash payment only valid in the restaurant today?

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