Significado
Requesting card payment.
Contexto cultural
The 'POS' (Point of Sale) terminal is often referred to by its English acronym, but pronounced as a single word 'pos'. If a machine isn't working, they might say 'Δεν πιάνει το POS' (The POS isn't catching/working). Similar to Greece, card usage is very high. However, in some smaller villages in the Troodos mountains, cash is still preferred for very small transactions. In Greek-owned diners abroad, the phrase is still used among staff, but customers will almost always use English. Using the Greek phrase can sometimes earn you a friendlier service! With the rise of Revolut and digital banks, 'Κάρτα παρακαλώ' is the go-to phrase for the international community living in Athens and Thessaloniki.
The 'Tap' Gesture
In Greece, you can just say 'Κάρτα' and mimic the tapping motion on the machine. It's universally understood.
Minimum Amounts
Some very small shops might have a sign saying 'Card only for over 5 Euros', though this is increasingly illegal.
Significado
Requesting card payment.
The 'Tap' Gesture
In Greece, you can just say 'Κάρτα' and mimic the tapping motion on the machine. It's universally understood.
Minimum Amounts
Some very small shops might have a sign saying 'Card only for over 5 Euros', though this is increasingly illegal.
The Receipt Rule
Always wait for your receipt. It's your proof of payment and helps the Greek economy stay transparent!
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the missing word to ask for card payment politely.
Κάρτα ________.
'Παρακαλώ' is the Greek word for 'please', making the request polite.
Which phrase is the most common way to say 'With card'?
How do you say 'With card' in Greek?
'Με' is the preposition for 'with' in Greek.
Complete the dialogue at the bakery.
Πωλητής: Είναι τρία ευρώ. Εσείς: ________.
This is the natural response when told the price and wanting to pay by card.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You are in a taxi and want to pay with your phone/card.
This phrase covers all digital payments including phone/NFC.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Ayudas visuales
Where to use 'Κάρτα παρακαλώ'
Shopping
- • Supermarket
- • Bakery
- • Clothing
Transport
- • Taxis
- • Metro tickets
- • Gas stations
Dining
- • Cafes
- • Tavernas
- • Bars
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosΚάρτα ________.
'Παρακαλώ' is the Greek word for 'please', making the request polite.
How do you say 'With card' in Greek?
'Με' is the preposition for 'with' in Greek.
Πωλητής: Είναι τρία ευρώ. Εσείς: ________.
This is the natural response when told the price and wanting to pay by card.
You are in a taxi and want to pay with your phone/card.
This phrase covers all digital payments including phone/NFC.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
4 preguntasYes! 'Κάρτα παρακαλώ' covers all digital wallet payments. The vendor will just point to the POS terminal.
Not anymore. Since 2015, it has become completely normal and accepted to pay for even a 1.50€ coffee by card.
The screen will usually say 'Απόρριψη' (Aporripsi). You might need to try another card or pay with 'metrita' (cash).
Rarely. For small amounts, contactless (anepafa) is used without ID or PIN. For larger amounts, you just enter your PIN.
Frases relacionadas
Μετρητά
contrastCash
Λογαριασμό παρακαλώ
builds onBill please
Απόδειξη
similarReceipt
Ανέπαφα
specialized formContactless
