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How to Say "bank cards" in Spanish

The Spanish word forbank cardsis tarjetasA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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nounA1
General term for payment method
A hand holding several stylized, rectangular payment cards (credit cards or debit cards) with abstract, colorful designs.

Examples

¿Aceptan tarjetas de crédito aquí?

Do you accept credit cards here?

Perdí mis tarjetas en el metro.

I lost my cards on the subway.

Solo pago con tarjetas; nunca uso efectivo.

I only pay with cards; I never use cash.

Using 'Con' (With)

When talking about paying, you use the word 'con' (with): 'Pagar con tarjetas' (To pay with cards).

Direct Translation of 'Card'

Mistake:Mi tarjeta es de visa. (Using 'es de' for type)

Correction: Mi tarjeta es Visa. (Treating the brand like an adjective, not needing 'de')

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