A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "Do you take credit cards" in Italian
Ask if a shop or restaurant accepts credit cards in Italy with this essential phrase.
Accettate carte di credito?
at-CHET-tah-teh CAR-teh dee CREH-dee-tohneutral
Italian TTS · 0:01
Use this when you're about to pay for something in a shop, restaurant, or for a service. It's best to ask before you've ordered or selected your items.
Alternatives
- Accetti carte di credito?Use this if you're speaking to someone you know well or a young person.
- Pagate con la carta?This is a slightly more casual way to ask if they take cards.
Ways to get it wrong
Mispronouncing 'accettate'
Make sure to pronounce both 'c' sounds in 'accettate' distinctly; it's not 'a-set-tate'.
Using 'prendete' instead
'Prendete' means 'do you take/grab,' not specifically 'do you accept' in a payment context.
A small cultural note
While credit card acceptance is widespread, some smaller shops or very traditional establishments might still prefer cash. It's always good to have some euros on hand.
Frequently asked
What is the best way to ask about credit cards in Italian?
The most common and polite way is 'Accettate carte di credito?'. This works in most situations.
Do all shops in Italy take credit cards?
Most do, especially in cities and tourist areas, but it's wise to ask first, particularly in smaller towns or markets.
Is there a casual way to ask about cards?
Yes, you could say 'Pagate con la carta?', which is a bit more informal but still widely understood.
