🇱🇦 Lao phrases

How to Say "How much is this?" in Lao

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
ເທິມໃຈບໍ່?
"How much is this?" in Lao · say it like tehm jai baw?

The most natural way to say "How much is this?" in Lao is ເທິມໃຈບໍ່?. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

ເທິມໃຈບໍ່ຄັນ?
A more polite way to ask, suitable for formal situations.
ເທິມໃຈບໍ່ສິ່ງນີ້?
Used when specifying an item.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to inquire about the price of an item in a shop or market. It is a common question that helps you understand the cost before making a purchase. Use it in both casual and formal settings depending on your tone and body language.

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Examples in Lao

LaoEnglish
ເທິມໃຈບໍ່ສິ່ງນີ້?How much is this item?
ເທິມໃຈບໍ່ຄັນ?How much is it, please?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use polite forms when speaking to strangers.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

What should I say if I want to ask for a discount?

You can say 'ມີລົດໃຫ້ບໍ່?' which means 'Is there a discount?'

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