Spanish phrase
¿Por qué no puedo pagar con ~?
Meaning
Why can't I pay with ___?
When to use it
Asks why a payment method is rejected. Polite request for the reason or help in shops or online when a card or other method is declined.
Example dialogue
¿Por qué no puedo pagar con esta tarjeta?
Why can't I pay with this card?
Lo siento, la terminal no lee la tarjeta.
Sorry, the terminal can't read the card.