English–Spanish

“cash” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/efekˈtiβo/

Example

¿Puedo pagar en efectivo?

Can I pay in cash?

Illustration for efectivo (cash)

How to say “cash” in Spanish

“Cash” in Spanish is efectivo.

Hand holding banknotes and coins for immediate payment.

Full entry for efectivo: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with efectivo

¿Aceptan efectivo en este establecimiento?

Do you accept cash in this establishment?

Tips for using efectivo

  • Pagar al contado usually denotes immediate full payment and can include card or transfer, while many shops display 'no se acepta efectivo' when they refuse physical cash.

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