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Debitkarte

German → American English

American English

Debit card

Karte zum Bezahlen, bei der der Betrag direkt vom Bankkonto abgebucht wird.

Ich bezahle im Supermarkt meistens mit meiner Debitkarte.

Debitkarte is the standard neutral term in German. In everyday speech, many people still say EC-Karte, but Debitkarte is the more current and internationally clear wording.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Debitkarte mean in English?
Debitkarte means debit card.
Is Debitkarte the same as EC-Karte?
Often yes in everyday use, but Debitkarte is the newer, more precise term. EC-Karte is still commonly used colloquially in Germany.
What is the difference between Debitkarte and Kreditkarte?
With a Debitkarte, money is taken directly from your account. With a Kreditkarte, the payment is usually billed later.