How to say “How much is this?” in Chinese

“How much is this?” in Chinese is 这个多少钱?, written in pinyin as Zhège duōshao qián?.

这个多少钱?

Zhège duōshao qián?

How much is this?

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What each part of 这个多少钱? actually means.

When you use it

Add 这个 while pointing — much clearer than asking about nothing in a crowded stall.

Use 这个多少钱? in shopping situations. Prices, sizes, bargaining and paying.

Common questions

How do you say "How much is this?" in Chinese?
"How much is this?" in Chinese is 这个多少钱? — written in pinyin as Zhège duōshao qián?. It is a shopping phrase you would use in China.
What does 这个多少钱? mean in Chinese?
这个多少钱? (Zhège duōshao qián?) means "How much is this?". Broken down word by word: 这个 (zhège) means "this one"; 多少 (duōshao) means "how much"; 钱 (qián) means "money".
When would you use "How much is this?" in Chinese?
Add 这个 while pointing — much clearer than asking about nothing in a crowded stall. You would say 这个多少钱? (Zhège duōshao qián?) in everyday conversation.

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