Amex Meaning in English

word

US

ˈæˌmɛks

AM-eks

UK

ˈæmeks

AM-eks

Definition

"Amex" is a common informal way to refer to American Express, a popular company that issues credit cards.

Usage & Nuances

"Amex" is very informal—used in speech, writing, and by businesses. Mostly refers to the credit card or the company itself. Often used in phrases like "Do you take Amex?" or "I paid with my Amex." Less common outside North America and Europe. Do not confuse with other card brands.

• Spanish: Amex (tarjeta de crédito American Express)
• Portuguese (BR): Amex (cartão de crédito American Express)
• Portuguese (PT): Amex (cartão de crédito American Express)
• Chinese (Simplified): Amex（美国运通信用卡）
• Chinese (Traditional): Amex（美國運通信用卡）
• Hindi: Amex (अमेरिकन एक्सप्रेस क्रेडिट कार्ड)
• Arabic: Amex (بطاقة أمريكان إكسبريس الائتمانية)
• Bengali: Amex - আমেরিকান এক্সপ্রেস (ক্রেডিট কার্ড)
• Russian: Amex - Американ Экспресс (кредитная карта)
• Japanese: Amex - アメックス（クレジットカード）
• Vietnamese: Amex - thẻ Amex - thẻ American Express
• Korean: Amex - 아멕스 - 아메리칸 익스프레스 카드
• Turkish: Amex - American Express (kredi kartı)
• Urdu: Amex - امریکن ایکسپریس (کریڈٹ کارڈ)
• Indonesian: Amex - thẻ Amex - thẻ American Express

Example Sentences

Do you accept Amex here?

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She paid the bill with her Amex.

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My Amex card expired last month.

basic

I always use my Amex for travel bookings because of the rewards.

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Not every restaurant takes Amex, so I carry another card just in case.

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My dad says he’s had an Amex since the 1980s.

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