Asking prices in Spanish, including how to inquire about costs, understand price-related vocabulary, and use common phrases in everyday conversations.
Asking about prices is an essential part of shopping and everyday interactions in Spanish-speaking countries. This guide covers the most common ways to inquire about costs, including vocabulary for different types of goods and services, as well as phrases for polite and clear communication.
Common Phrases for Asking Prices
These phrases are the most useful starting points for asking about prices in Spanish. They can be used in markets, stores, restaurants, and more.
| Spanish Phrase | English Phrase | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¿Cuánto cuesta? | How much does it cost? | ¿Cuánto cuesta este libro? | How much does this book cost? |
| ¿Cuánto vale? | How much is it worth? | ¿Cuánto vale esa chaqueta? | How much is that jacket worth? |
| ¿Cuánto es? | How much is it? | ¿Cuánto es la cuenta? | How much is the bill? |
| ¿Me puede decir el precio? | Can you tell me the price? | ¿Me puede decir el precio de estas manzanas? | Can you tell me the price of these apples? |
| ¿Cuál es el precio? | What is the price? | ¿Cuál es el precio de este teléfono? | What is the price of this phone? |
Price-Related Vocabulary
Knowing these words will help you understand and ask about prices more effectively, especially when dealing with different types of products and quantities.
| Spanish Noun (Singular/Plural) | English Noun (Singular/Plural) | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| el precio / los precios | the price / the prices | El precio del vestido es 50 euros. | The price of the dress is 50 euros. |
| el costo / los costos | the cost / the costs | El costo de envío es gratis. | The shipping cost is free. |
| la cuenta / las cuentas | the bill / the bills | Pidamos la cuenta, por favor. | Let's ask for the bill, please. |
| la tarifa / las tarifas | the rate / the rates | La tarifa de taxi es bastante alta. | The taxi rate is quite high. |
| el descuento / los descuentos | the discount / the discounts | Tengo un descuento del 10%. | I have a 10% discount. |
| la oferta / las ofertas | the offer / the offers | Hay una oferta especial hoy. | There is a special offer today. |
| el cambio | the change | ¿Me puede dar cambio, por favor? | Can you give me change, please? |
| el dinero | the money | No tengo suficiente dinero. | I don't have enough money. |
| la moneda | the coin/currency | ¿Aceptan moneda extranjera? | Do you accept foreign currency? |
| el pago | the payment | El pago se puede hacer con tarjeta. | Payment can be made by card. |
Asking About Payment Methods
Once you ask the price, you might also need to inquire about how to pay. These phrases will help you navigate that part of the conversation.
| Spanish Phrase | English Phrase | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta? | Can I pay with a card? | ¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta de crédito? | Can I pay with a credit card? |
| ¿Aceptan efectivo? | Do you accept cash? | ¿Aceptan efectivo en esta tienda? | Do you accept cash in this store? |
| ¿Se puede pagar en cuotas? | Can it be paid in installments? | ¿Se puede pagar en cuotas sin interés? | Can it be paid in interest-free installments? |
| ¿Tiene algún descuento? | Do you have any discount? | ¿Tiene algún descuento para estudiantes? | Do you have any discount for students? |
| ¿Cuándo vence la oferta? | When does the offer expire? | ¿Cuándo vence la oferta de hoy? | When does today's offer expire? |
Understanding Price Responses
Here are some common ways prices might be given in Spanish, including how to understand different formats and additional information like taxes or tips.
| Spanish Response | English Response | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuesta [amount]. | It costs [amount]. | Cuesta 20 euros. | It costs 20 euros. |
| Vale [amount]. | It's worth [amount]. | Vale 15 dólares. | It's worth 15 dollars. |
| Son [amount]. | It's [amount]. | Son 30 pesos. | It's 30 pesos. |
| Está en oferta. | It's on sale. | Este suéter está en oferta. | This sweater is on sale. |
| Más impuestos / con propina | Plus tax / with tip | El precio es más impuestos. | The price is plus tax. |
Shopping and Market Vocabulary
When asking prices in markets or shops, these words will help you be more specific and clear about what you're buying.
| Spanish Noun (Singular/Plural) | English Noun (Singular/Plural) | Spanish Example | English Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| el producto / los productos | the product / the products | ¿Cuánto cuesta este producto? | How much does this product cost? |
| el artículo / los artículos | the item / the items | ¿Cuál es el precio de este artículo? | What is the price of this item? |
| la talla / las tallas | the size / the sizes | ¿Tienen este vestido en talla M? | Do you have this dress in size M? |
| el color / los colores | the color / the colors | ¿En qué colores está disponible? | In what colors is it available? |
| la calidad | the quality | La calidad es excelente. | The quality is excellent. |
| la unidad / las unidades | the unit / the units | ¿Cuánto cuesta la unidad? | How much does one unit cost? |
| el paquete / los paquetes | the package / the packages | El paquete contiene 10 unidades. | The package contains 10 units. |
| el supermercado / los supermercados | the supermarket / the supermarkets | Lo compré en el supermercado. | I bought it at the supermarket. |
| la tienda / las tiendas | the store / the stores | Esta tienda tiene buenos precios. | This store has good prices. |
| el mercado / los mercados | the market / the markets | Vamos al mercado central. | Let's go to the central market. |
Conclusion
Asking about prices in Spanish is straightforward once you know the key phrases and vocabulary. Whether you're shopping, dining out, or just browsing, these tools will help you communicate confidently and understand the answers you receive.
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- English Phrase: How much does it cost?
- English Example: How much does this book cost?
Last updated: Thu Jun 12, 2025
