tarjetas
“tarjetas” means “cards” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
cards
Also: index cards, playing cards
📝 In Action
Necesito comprar unas tarjetas de felicitación para Navidad.
A2I need to buy some greeting cards for Christmas.
Las tarjetas de presentación están en la mesa.
A1The business cards are on the table.
Usamos tarjetas rojas y azules en el juego.
A1We used red and blue cards in the game.
credit cards, debit cards
Also: bank cards
📝 In Action
¿Aceptan tarjetas de crédito aquí?
A1Do you accept credit cards here?
Perdí mis tarjetas en el metro.
A1I lost my cards on the subway.
Solo pago con tarjetas; nunca uso efectivo.
A2I only pay with cards; I never use cash.
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Words that translate to "tarjetas" in Spanish:
bank cards→cards→credit cards→debit cards→index cards→playing cards→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: tarjetas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'tarjetas' in a financial context?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Old Spanish word *targa*, which meant a small shield or target. Over time, 'tarjeta' developed as a diminutive (meaning 'little shield'), referring to the small, rigid shape of a physical card.
First recorded: 15th century (as 'tarja', evolving later)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'tarjetas' and 'cartas'?
'Tarjetas' usually refers to thick, stiff cards (like bank cards, ID cards, or greeting cards). 'Cartas' usually means letters, or it can be used specifically for playing cards (like a deck of cards).
How do I ask if I can pay with a card?
The most common and polite way is to ask, '¿Aceptan tarjetas?' (Do you accept cards?) or '¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta?' (Can I pay with a card?).