Portuguese Phrase
Sim, você pode sacar dinheiro no caixa ao pagar.
Meaning
This phrase is a direct confirmation that a service allowing cash withdrawal at the point of sale is available. It means you can get cash back from your card transaction when you are paying for your purchases, similar to 'cashback' services in other countries. It's a convenient way to obtain physical money without needing to find a separate ATM.
When to use
Use this phrase when you are asking if a store offers a cash withdrawal service at the checkout, or when a cashier is confirming that they do. It's particularly useful in supermarkets, pharmacies, or other retail establishments where you might need a small amount of cash but don't want to go to an ATM.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Simvocêpodesacardinheironocaixaaopagar
Sim
This is the most common way to say 'yes' in Portuguese. It's a simple and direct affirmation.
Você pode
'Você' means 'you' (singular, informal/standard). 'Pode' is the conjugation of the verb 'poder' (to be able to, can) for 'você'. Together, it means 'you can'.
Sacar dinheiro
'Sacar' is the verb specifically used for withdrawing money from a bank account or a point of sale. 'Dinheiro' means 'money'. This is the standard way to say 'to withdraw money'.
No caixa
'No' is a contraction of the preposition 'em' (in, at) and the masculine definite article 'o' (the). 'Caixa' can refer to the cash register, the checkout counter, or even a bank teller. So, 'no caixa' means 'at the checkout'.
Ao pagar
'Ao' is a contraction of the preposition 'a' (to, at) and the masculine definite article 'o' (the). When 'ao' is followed by an infinitive verb (like 'pagar' - to pay), it translates to 'when paying' or 'upon paying', indicating that the action happens concurrently with the payment.
🗨In Conversation
Com licença, posso sacar dinheiro aqui?
Excuse me, can I withdraw money here?
Sim, você pode sacar dinheiro no caixa ao pagar.
Yes, you can withdraw money at the checkout when paying.
✕Common Mistakes
Sim, você pode tirar dinheiro no caixa ao pagar.
While 'tirar dinheiro' (to take out money) is understood, 'sacar dinheiro' is the more formal and correct term specifically for withdrawing money from an account or at a point of sale.
Sim, você pode sacar dinheiro em o caixa ao pagar.
The correct contraction for 'em' (in/at) + 'o' (the) is 'no'. So, 'no caixa' is correct.
↔Alternatives
Sim, é possível fazer um saque no caixa ao pagar.
Yes, it's possible to make a withdrawal at the checkout when paying.
Sim, você pode pegar dinheiro no caixa quando for pagar.
Yes, you can get money at the checkout when you go to pay.
Cultural Tip
In Brazil, the service of withdrawing cash at the checkout ('saque no caixa' or 'cashback') is becoming more common, especially in larger supermarkets and pharmacies, but it's not as universally available as in some other countries. It's always a good idea to ask if you need cash. This service can be very convenient, especially in areas where ATMs are scarce or to avoid ATM fees.