Quanto costa questo?
Meaning
Quanto costa questo? means How much is this?.
When to use
Essential market and shop question. Use this in shops and markets when checking price, size, payment, or receipts.
How it works
Treat this as a ready-made phrase first. After it feels familiar, compare the translation and pronunciation chunks to see which part carries the request, object, place, or politeness.
Nuance
Neutral everyday wording. Italian can be warm and direct; the polite marker keeps service interactions smooth.
Watch out
Avoid translating word by word when speaking. Say the phrase as a complete chunk first.
Useful detail
Italian learners should focus on when the phrase is natural, not only its literal translation. Category: Shopping and payment.
Notes
Essential market and shop question. Neutral everyday wording.