How to say “can i pay by card” in French

You say "puis-je payer par carte ?" in French. The romanized form is "puis-je payer par carte?", and a simple pronunciation cue is "pweezh pay-yay par kart".

This entry is marked as polite. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.

Use "pweezh pay-yay par kart" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "puis-je payer par carte?".

Use this with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby while traveling. A polite tone is usually the safest choice. In French, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.