Meaning
Using a credit or debit card
Cultural Background
Card payment is the standard in Latvia, even for small amounts. Similar to Scandinavia, cash is rarely used. Cash is still more common in small shops. Contactless payment is the most common form of 'maksāt ar karti'.
Always carry a card
In Latvia, you can pay for almost anything with a card.
Watch the preposition
Never use 'par' for 'with' here.
Meaning
Using a credit or debit card
Always carry a card
In Latvia, you can pay for almost anything with a card.
Watch the preposition
Never use 'par' for 'with' here.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
Es gribu maksāt ___ karti.
The preposition 'ar' is used for instruments.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which is correct?
Correct case and preposition.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesEs gribu maksāt ___ karti.
The preposition 'ar' is used for instruments.
Which is correct?
Correct case and preposition.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsYes, it is perfectly standard.
It is neutral and polite.
Related Phrases
Norēķināties ar karti
synonymTo settle with a card
Maksāt skaidrā naudā
contrastTo pay with cash
Maksāt ar telefonu
similarTo pay with phone
Maksāt ar pārskaitījumu
similarTo pay by transfer
