Quanto/quanta/quantos/quantas?
How much/many?
Language note: The form changes with gender and number of objects.
Culture note: Useful when shopping; always state what you're referring to if unsure of the correct form.
Context: You notice a menu and wonder about the price of a dish.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Quanto
[kwahn-too]
How much/many?
Used to inquire about amount or number.
Quanto custa isso?
How much does this cost?
quanta
[kwahn-tah]
How much/many?
Used to inquire about amount or number.
Quanta gente veio à festa?
How many people came to the party?
quantos
[kwahn-toosh]
How much/many?
Used to inquire about amount or number.
Quantos livros compraste?
How many books did you buy?
quantas
[kwahn-tahsh]
How much/many?
Used to inquire about amount or number.
Quantas vezes você foi lá?
How many times have you been there?
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