nounnounadjective

el efectivo

cash

Es dinero en forma de billetes o monedas que se puede usar directamente para pagar. También puede referirse a algo que funciona bien y cumple su propósito.

The Spanish word "efectivo" has two main meanings:

  1. As an adjective, it means effective or successful in achieving a desired result.
  2. As a noun, it refers to cash or physical money (bills and coins).

Example uses:

  • "El tratamiento fue efectivo." → "The treatment was effective."
  • "Pagué en efectivo." → "I paid in cash."

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Examples

Prefiero pagar en efectivo que con tarjeta de crédito.noun

I prefer to pay in cash rather than with a credit card.

Déjame saber si tienes efectivo para pagar la comida.noun

Let me know if you have cash to pay for the food.

Solo tengo efectivo para pagar la cuenta.noun

I only have cash to pay the bill.

Prefiero llevar efectivo cuando viajo.noun

I prefer to carry cash when I travel.

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