المعنى
To inquire about the cost of a specific item.
خلفية ثقافية
The 'Bonjour' is mandatory. Asking a price without greeting is seen as treating the shopkeeper like a machine. In Quebec, 'C'est combien ?' is very common even in formal settings, but 'Quel est le prix de ceci ?' remains perfectly understood and polite. Asking the price is often the start of a negotiation. Using very formal French might mark you as a foreigner, which can lead to higher starting prices. Precision is valued. Asking 'Quel est le prix de ceci ?' often leads to a very detailed answer including taxes and fees.
The Bonjour Rule
Never ask a price without saying 'Bonjour' first. It's the most important rule in French shopping etiquette.
Use 'Ceci' for clarity
If you are pointing at one specific item among many, 'ceci' is much clearer than 'ça'.
المعنى
To inquire about the cost of a specific item.
The Bonjour Rule
Never ask a price without saying 'Bonjour' first. It's the most important rule in French shopping etiquette.
Use 'Ceci' for clarity
If you are pointing at one specific item among many, 'ceci' is much clearer than 'ça'.
Avoid 'Qu'est-ce que'
Don't start the question with 'Qu'est-ce que'. It sounds like you're asking for a philosophical definition of price.
Listen for 'C'est...'
The answer will almost always start with 'C'est...' followed by the number.
اختبر نفسك
Choose the most polite way to ask for a price in a boutique.
Vous êtes dans une boutique de luxe. Comment demandez-vous le prix ?
This is the most formal and respectful option for a luxury setting.
Complete the sentence with the correct interrogative word.
_______ est le prix de ceci ?
'Prix' is masculine singular, so we use 'Quel'.
Fill in the missing line in the dialogue.
Client: Bonjour Monsieur. Vendeur: Bonjour ! Je peux vous aider ? Client: Oui, __________________ ?
This completes the polite interaction initiated by the 'Bonjour'.
Match the phrase to the correct register.
Match 'Quel est le prix de ceci ?' with its register.
The structure and use of 'ceci' mark this as formal.
🎉 النتيجة: /4
وسائل تعلم بصرية
Ceci vs. Ça
بنك التمارين
4 تمارينVous êtes dans une boutique de luxe. Comment demandez-vous le prix ?
This is the most formal and respectful option for a luxury setting.
_______ est le prix de ceci ?
'Prix' is masculine singular, so we use 'Quel'.
Client: Bonjour Monsieur. Vendeur: Bonjour ! Je peux vous aider ? Client: Oui, __________________ ?
This completes the polite interaction initiated by the 'Bonjour'.
Match 'Quel est le prix de ceci ?' with its register.
The structure and use of 'ceci' mark this as formal.
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الأسئلة الشائعة
12 أسئلةYes, but it's slightly less formal. 'Ceci' is the 'proper' partner for this formal structure.
Because 'combien' (how much) doesn't grammatically pair with 'est le prix' in French. Use 'Quel' (which/what).
Usually, you look at the menu. If a price is missing, you'd more likely ask 'C'est à quel prix ?'.
No, because 'Quel' agrees with 'prix' (masculine), not the item you are buying.
Not at all, as long as you say 'Bonjour' first!
Say 'Quel est le prix de ceux-ci ?' (masculine plural) or 'celles-ci' (feminine plural).
Yes, it is very appropriate for formal business inquiries.
You can ask 'Quel est votre meilleur prix ?' if you are at a market.
It means 'this thing here'. It's a demonstrative pronoun.
In this phrase, yes, because you are asking for the single price of the item.
Yes, it is universal standard French.
Usually 'C'est [number] euros'.
عبارات ذات صلة
C'est combien ?
synonymHow much is it?
Ça coûte combien ?
similarHow much does it cost?
Quel est le tarif ?
specialized formWhat is the rate?
C'est cher
contrastIt's expensive
C'est donné
contrastIt's a steal / very cheap
