Quanto devo?
How much do I owe?
Language note: An important phrase for settling payments.
Culture note: Italians often pay with cash, especially in small stores.
Context: The learner asks the shopkeeper how much they owe for their purchases.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Quanto
[KWAHN-toh]
how much
Used to ask about the price or amount.
Quanto devo pagare?
How much do I need to pay?
devo
[DEH-voh]
I must
Indicates necessity or obligation.
Quanto devo a Lei per il servizio?
How much do I owe you for the service?
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