How to say “Can I pay by card” in Japanese

カードで払えますか
カードではらえますかkādo de haraemasu ka
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The short answer

“Can I pay by card” in Japanese is カードで払えますか (カードではらえますか), pronounced kādo de haraemasu ka.

Pronunciation

The phrase has 10 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or use the play button above for the whole phrase:

How to use it

Card payment is widespread now, but some small shops are still cash only ().

Example sentences

  • カードで払えますか。カードではらえますか。
    Can I pay by card?
  • 現金だけです。げんきんだけです。
    Cash only.

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FAQ

How do you say Can I pay by card in Japanese?

Can I pay by card in Japanese is カードで払えますか (カードではらえますか), pronounced “kādo de haraemasu ka”.

How do you write Can I pay by card in Japanese?

It's written カードで払えますか with kanji, or カードではらえますか in hiragana. Both are read kādo de haraemasu ka.