Meaning
To pay for something using physical money.
Cultural Background
In Mexico, cash is the preferred method for street food and small markets. While cards are common, 'pagar en metálico' is a very frequent synonym for 'pagar en efectivo'.
Preposition check
Remember: 'en' for cash, 'con' for cards.
Meaning
To pay for something using physical money.
Preposition check
Remember: 'en' for cash, 'con' for cards.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct preposition.
Prefiero pagar ____ efectivo.
The standard collocation is 'pagar en efectivo'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesPrefiero pagar ____ efectivo.
The standard collocation is 'pagar en efectivo'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but 'pagar en efectivo' is more specific to the act of using cash.
Related Phrases
Pagar con tarjeta
contrastTo pay with a card
Pagar al contado
synonymTo pay in full with cash
