Apple Pay
The English phrase "apple pay" is translated into French as Apple Pay.
Apple Pay refers to the mobile payment service created by Apple that allows users to make payments using their devices. The brand name remains unchanged in French and is used as a proper noun.
How does it change in a sentence?
When referring to the service in a sentence, you typically use the verb utiliser (to use) or payer avec (to pay with) followed by the brand name, such as in the phrase utiliser Apple Pay.
Did you know?
- In French supermarkets, the signs for Apple Pay and other mobile wallets are often grouped under the term paiement dématérialisé, meaning 'dematerialized payment'.
- In France, the ubiquity of Apple Pay is shared with Paylib, a local mobile payment system developed by a consortium of French banks.
- If a payment fails, a French cashier might say ça ne passe pas, which literally means 'it does not pass'.
Examples in context
- Je peux utiliser Apple Pay ici ?Can I use Apple Pay here?
- Il n'accepte pas Apple Pay.He doesn't accept Apple Pay.
- Tu as configuré Apple Pay sur ton téléphone ?Did you set up Apple Pay on your phone?
Example conversation
Hugo and Chloé are at a cafe trying to pay for their coffee.
- HugoEst-ce qu'on peut payer avec Apple Pay ?Can we pay with Apple Pay?
- ChloéJe ne pense pas, il faut utiliser une carte.I don't think so, you have to use a card.
- HugoC'est dommage, j'adore utiliser Apple Pay.That's a shame, I love using Apple Pay.
- ChloéNe t'inquiète pas, j'ai ma carte sur moi.Don't worry, I have my card on me.
