Italian Phrase
Puoi anche pagare in contanti.
Meaning
This sentence means “You can also pay in cash.” It indicates that paying with cash is an additional option besides other payment methods such as card or digital payments.
When to use
Use this phrase when you want to inform someone that cash is accepted as a payment method, for example in a shop, restaurant, or when discussing payment options with a client.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Puoianchepagareincontanti
Puoi (potere)
Puoi is the second‑person singular present of potere, used to express ability or permission: ‘you can’.
anche
Anche means ‘also’ or ‘too’, placed before the verb to add an extra option.
pagare (infinitive)
Pagare is the infinitive form of the verb ‘to pay’; after modal verbs like potere, the infinitive follows directly.
in contanti
The preposition in + the noun contanti (cash) forms the expression ‘in cash’. Contanti is a plural noun used as a mass noun for money.
🗨In Conversation
Posso pagare con la carta?
Can I pay with a card?
Puoi anche pagare in contanti.
You can also pay in cash.
✕Common Mistakes
Può anche pagare in contanti.
Può is third‑person singular; you need the second‑person form puoi when speaking to one person.
Puoi anche pagare in contante.
Contante is the singular adjective; the correct noun for cash is contanti.
Puoi pagare anche in contanti.
The adverb anche should come before the infinitive, not after the verb potere.
↔Alternatives
È possibile pagare in contanti.
It is possible to pay in cash.
Accettiamo pagamenti in contanti.
We accept cash payments.
Puoi pagare anche in contanti, se preferisci.
You can also pay in cash, if you prefer.
Cultural Tip
In Italy, cash is still widely used, especially in small family‑run shops, markets, and some restaurants. However, many places now prefer card or contact‑less payments, so offering both options shows flexibility and good customer service. Be aware that some establishments may have a minimum amount for card payments.