How to use a bank in French

This vocabulary theme covers basic banking words in French that you will use when managing money, such as opening an account, making deposits, or withdrawing cash.

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Glossary · French

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banque[bahn-k]
bank
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compte[kohmpt]
account
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espèces[es-pess]
cash
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carte[kart]
card
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dépôt[day-poh]
deposit
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retirer[ruh-tee-ray]
withdraw
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virement[vee-ray-mahn]
transfer
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solde[sohld]
balance
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reçu[ruh-syoo]
receipt

How to use a bank in French — vocabulary chart for English speakers

Example sentences

Je vais à la banque pour ouvrir un compte.
I am going to the bank to open an account.
Je retire des espèces avec ma carte.
I withdraw cash with my card.
Le dépôt est sur votre compte.
The deposit is in your account.
Pouvez-vous faire un virement aujourd'hui ?
Can you make a transfer today?
Le solde de mon compte est faible.
The balance of my account is low.
Voici votre reçu après le retrait.
Here is your receipt after the withdrawal.