Italian · Travel & Getting Around
"ATM" in Italian: bancomat
il bancomat
ATM in Italian is il bancomat (eel BAHN-koh-maht), masculine. To withdraw money is ritirare soldi al bancomat. Bancomat can also mean a debit card in casual speech.
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How to pronounce bancomat
Say it
eel BAHN-koh-maht
/ˈbaŋ.ko.mat/
BAHN-koh-maht, stress on BAHN. Keep final t light.
"ATM" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| il bancomat | the ATM Cash machine. | Cash machine. |
| al bancomat | at the ATM Where you withdraw. | Where you withdraw. |
| sportello bancomat | ATM machine/kiosk More descriptive. | More descriptive. |
| carta bancomat | debit/ATM card Casual card name. | Casual card name. |
How to use bancomat in real life
- 1Need cash
Devo trovare un bancomat prima della cena.
I need to find an ATM before dinner.
Un bancomat.
- 2Giving directions
C'è un bancomat accanto alla farmacia.
There's an ATM next to the pharmacy.
C'è un bancomat.
- 3After withdrawing
Ho ritirato contanti al bancomat.
I withdrew cash at the ATM.
Al bancomat.
Mistakes English speakers make with bancomat
Incorrect: La bancomat è fuori servizio.
Correct: Il bancomat è fuori servizio.
Bancomat is masculine.
Incorrect: Vado all'ATM.
Correct: Vado al bancomat.
Prefer bancomat in Italian.
Good to know
Bancomat began as a brand and became the generic ATM word. Fees and foreign-card quirks vary, so travelers learn dove c'è un bancomat fast.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Looking for cash before a market
ChatPal
Vedi un bancomat in questa via?
Do you see an ATM on this street?
You
Sì, il bancomat rosso vicino al tabacchi.
Yes, the red ATM near the tobacconist.
ChatPal
Perfetto. Al bancomat ritiro cinquanta euro.
Perfect. At the ATM I'll withdraw fifty euros.
You
Io aspetto fuori dal bancomat con le borse.
I'll wait outside the ATM with the bags.
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FAQ
Common questions about "ATM" in Italian
Is bancomat masculine?
Yes: il bancomat.
How do I say at the ATM?
Al bancomat.
Does it also mean debit card?
Sometimes in casual talk: pago col bancomat.
How do I withdraw money?
Ritirare soldi / contanti al bancomat.
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