Chinese phrase
只能付〜吗？ zhǐ néng fù 〜 ma
Meaning
Is ___ the only way to pay?
When to use it
Asks if one payment method is the only option. It is a polite way to check for other payment choices at a shop or service counter.
Example dialogue
师傅，这里 只能付刷卡吗？ shī fù zhè lǐ zhǐ néng fù shuā kǎ ma
Excuse me, is paying by card the only way to pay here?
不用刷卡，现金也可以。 bú yòng shuā kǎ xiàn jīn yě ké yǐ
You do not have to pay by card; cash is fine too.