🇪🇸 Spanish phrases

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

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
¿Cuánto cuesta esto?
"How much is this?" in Spanish · say it like kwahn-toh kwes-tah

The most natural way to say "How much is this?" in Spanish is ¿Cuánto cuesta esto?. 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

¿Cuánto vale esto?
Used interchangeably, often in more formal contexts.
¿Qué precio tiene esto?
More formal, suitable for written inquiries.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to ask about the price of an item in a store or market. It is a straightforward and polite way to inquire. It works in both casual and formal situations.

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Examples in Spanish

SpanishEnglish
¿Cuánto cuesta esta camisa?How much does this shirt cost?
Disculpe, ¿cuánto cuesta esto?Excuse me, how much is this?
Common mistake
A common mistake is using 'cuánto' without 'cuesta' or 'vale', which can sound incomplete.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a restaurant?

Yes, you can ask about the price of a dish using this phrase.

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