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A question to ask about the price of something.
Contexto cultural
In Brazil, prices in street markets (feiras) are rarely fixed. Asking 'Quanto é?' is just the start. You are expected to ask for a 'desconto' or a 'chorinho' (a little extra for free). In Portugal, it is polite to add 'por favor' or 'se faz favor' after the phrase. Using 'Quanto é que é?' sounds more native than the shorter Brazilian version. In Luanda, the informal economy is huge. 'Quanto é?' is used in 'candongas' (blue and white vans) and street markets. Prices can change based on the daily exchange rate of the Kwanza. In Mozambique, especially in Maputo, you might hear 'Quanto é?' mixed with local languages. It's common to use it when buying fresh prawns at the 'Mercado de Peixe'.
The 'Tá' Trick
In Brazil, use 'Tá quanto?' at street markets to sound like a local who knows prices fluctuate.
Nasal Vowels
Make sure to nasalize the 'an' in 'Quanto'. If you say it like 'Kwan-to' with a hard 'n', it sounds foreign.
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A question to ask about the price of something.
The 'Tá' Trick
In Brazil, use 'Tá quanto?' at street markets to sound like a local who knows prices fluctuate.
Nasal Vowels
Make sure to nasalize the 'an' in 'Quanto'. If you say it like 'Kwan-to' with a hard 'n', it sounds foreign.
Politeness in Portugal
Always add 'se faz favor' in Portugal to avoid sounding too blunt when asking for prices.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb 'ser'.
Quanto ___ o quilo da carne?
'O quilo' is singular, so we use 'é'.
Which phrase is the most natural way to ask for the price of a coffee in a Brazilian cafe?
Você está em um café no Rio. O que você diz?
'Quanto é' is the standard way to ask for a price.
Complete the dialogue.
Cliente: Com licença, quanto é esta bolsa? Vendedor: ______ oitenta reais.
While 'Custa' is possible, 'É' is the most direct response to 'Quanto é?'.
Match the phrase to the context.
1. Quanto é? | 2. Quanto deu? | 3. Qual o valor?
Context determines the best variation of the phrase.
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Ayudas visuales
Where to use 'Quanto é?'
Shopping
- • Bakery
- • Market
- • Mall
Services
- • Taxi
- • Tailor
- • Barber
Dining
- • Cafe
- • Food Truck
- • Bar
Regional Variations
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosQuanto ___ o quilo da carne?
'O quilo' is singular, so we use 'é'.
Você está em um café no Rio. O que você diz?
'Quanto é' is the standard way to ask for a price.
Cliente: Com licença, quanto é esta bolsa? Vendedor: ______ oitenta reais.
While 'Custa' is possible, 'É' is the most direct response to 'Quanto é?'.
1. Quanto é? | 2. Quanto deu? | 3. Qual o valor?
Context determines the best variation of the phrase.
🎉 Puntuación: /4
Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasNo, 'Quanto é' is for prices or math. To ask 'How many people', use 'Quantas pessoas?'.
Yes, it's neutral. To be extra polite, add 'por favor'.
They are interchangeable, but 'Quanto é' is slightly more common in casual conversation.
Say 'Quanto é tudo?' or 'Quanto deu tudo?'.
Not in the phrase 'Quanto é?'. It stays masculine because it refers to 'o preço' (the price).
It's a common linguistic filler that makes the question sound more natural and less abrupt in European Portuguese.
No! For time, use 'Que horas são?'.
Start with 'É...' followed by the price. Example: 'É dez reais'.
Yes, but in formal meetings, 'Qual o valor do investimento?' is more professional.
Just point and say 'Quanto é isto?' (How much is this?).
Frases relacionadas
Quanto custa?
synonymHow much does it cost?
Qual o preço?
similarWhat is the price?
Quanto deu?
builds onHow much did it come to?
Tá quanto?
specialized formHow much is it (right now)?
Quanto tempo?
contrastHow much time? / How long?
