How to Say ‘It's a bit expensive’ in Japanese
少し高いですが
すこしたかいですが
💬 Usage Tip: Shows concession; polite way to express hesitation.
🇯🇵 In Japan: Japanese consumers often consider quality against price carefully.
Phrase Breakdown
少しすこし
a little
Indicates a small amount or degree.
少し疲れました。
I'm a little tired.
高いたかい
expensive
Refers to a high cost.
この時計は高いです。
This watch is expensive.
ですがですが
but
Used to contrast two statements.
行きたいですが、時間がないです。
I want to go, but I don't have time.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
少しすこし
[sukoshi]
a little
Indicates a small quantity or degree.
少し長いズボンです。
It's a slightly long pair of pants.
高いたかい
[takai]
expensive
Describes an item with a high price.
その時計は高いです。
That watch is expensive.
ですです
[desu]
is
A copula used to link the subject to the predicate.
これは特別な品です。
This is a special item.
がが
[ga]
but
Used to introduce a contrasting statement.
この店は高いですが、品質が良いです。
This store is expensive, but the quality is good.
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