Spanish Phrase
El límite del cajero es de quinientos dólares.
Meaning
This phrase states the maximum amount of money that can be withdrawn from an ATM (cajero automático) in a single transaction or within a specific period, typically per day. It's a direct and factual statement about a financial restriction.
When to use
You would use this phrase when discussing banking transactions, specifically ATM withdrawals, or when informing someone about the maximum amount they can take out. It's common in conversations about personal finance, travel, or when dealing with bank services.
✦Grammar Breakdown
El límitedel cajeroesde quinientos dólares
El límite
'Límite' is a masculine noun, meaning 'limit'. Even though it ends in '-e', its gender is determined by the article 'el'. Pay attention to noun genders as they don't always follow simple rules.
del cajero
'Del' is a contraction of 'de' (of/from) and 'el' (the). 'Cajero' refers to an ATM (cajero automático) or a bank teller. Here, it specifies that the limit belongs to or is associated with the ATM.
es
'Es' is the third-person singular form of the verb 'ser' (to be). It's used here to define or state a fact about the limit, which is a permanent characteristic or a fixed rule.
de quinientos dólares
The preposition 'de' is often used before quantities or values when stating what something consists of or its amount. 'Quinientos' means 'five hundred', and 'dólares' means 'dollars'.
🗨In Conversation
¿Cuánto dinero puedo sacar del cajero?
How much money can I withdraw from the ATM?
El límite del cajero es de quinientos dólares.
The ATM limit is five hundred dollars.
✕Common Mistakes
La límite del cajero es de quinientos dólares.
The word 'límite' is masculine, so it should be 'El límite', not 'La límite'.
El límite en el cajero es quinientos dólares.
While 'en el cajero' is understandable, 'del cajero' (of the ATM) is the more natural and grammatically correct way to express possession or association with the limit. Also, 'es de' is often used when stating a quantity or value.
↔Alternatives
El máximo que puedes sacar del cajero es de quinientos dólares.
The maximum you can withdraw from the ATM is five hundred dollars.
Solo se pueden retirar quinientos dólares del cajero.
Only five hundred dollars can be withdrawn from the ATM.
Cultural Tip
Banking practices and ATM limits can vary significantly between countries. In some Latin American countries, daily ATM withdrawal limits might be lower than in North America or Europe, or they might be expressed in local currency. It's always good practice to check with your bank or local institutions when traveling to avoid surprises. Also, 'cajero' can refer to both the ATM machine ('cajero automático') and a human bank teller.