How to Say ‘How much?’ in Traditional Chinese
多少錢？
💬 Usage Tip: [多少錢] (duō shǎo qián) is crucial for shopping and bargaining.
🇹🇼 In Taiwan: Bargaining is expected in night markets but not in malls or stores.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
多少
[duō shǎo]
how much
Used to ask for the price or amount.
這個多少錢？
How much is this?
錢
[qián]
money
A medium of exchange in the form of coins and banknotes.
我沒有足夠的錢。
I don't have enough money.
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