How to Say ‘How much?’ in French
Combien ça coûte?
💬 Usage Tip: This phrase is your friend in markets and shops.
🇫🇷 In France: Negotiation isn't common in stores, but it's usual in markets.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Combien
[kohn-bee-yen]
How much
Asking for the price or cost of something.
Combien ça coûte ce pull?
How much does this sweater cost?
ça
[sah]
it
Refers to an object or idea being discussed.
Ça coûte cher!
It costs a lot!
coûte
[coot]
cost
Refers to the monetary value of something.
Ce livre coûte dix euros.
This book costs ten euros.
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