뜻
Asking for a lower price.
문화적 배경
Bargaining is a social lubricant. It's not just about the money; it's a way to engage with the seller. A successful bargain often ends with both parties smiling. In the world's largest open-air market, the first price is almost never the final price. Expect to pay 30-50% less than the initial quote if you bargain well. Even in Ethiopian-run shops abroad (like in DC or London), some older customers might still jokingly ask for a 'q'inash' as a way of connecting to their roots. In historical sites, 'ቅናሽ አለ?' is essential. Sellers often have a 'Faranj' (foreigner) price and a local price.
The Smile Technique
Always smile when asking. It turns a transaction into a friendly social interaction, making the seller more likely to say yes.
Check for 'Q'urt Wagaw'
Look for signs that say 'ቁርጥ ዋጋ'. If you see them, don't ask for a discount; it's considered rude in those specific shops.
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Asking for a lower price.
The Smile Technique
Always smile when asking. It turns a transaction into a friendly social interaction, making the seller more likely to say yes.
Check for 'Q'urt Wagaw'
Look for signs that say 'ቁርጥ ዋጋ'. If you see them, don't ask for a discount; it's considered rude in those specific shops.
The 'Ere' Prefix
Adding 'ኧረ' (Ere) before the phrase (Ere q'inash ale?) makes you sound much more like a local.
Walk Away
If the 'q'inash' isn't enough, politely say thank you and start to walk away. Often, the seller will call you back with a better price.
셀프 테스트
Which phrase would you use to ask for a discount in a friendly way?
You are at Merkato and want to buy a scarf. The seller says '200 Birr'. What do you say?
'ቅናሽ አለ?' is the correct way to ask for a lower price.
Fill in the missing word.
እባክህ ______ አለ? (Please, is there a discount?)
'ቅናሽ' means discount.
Match the situation to the appropriateness of asking for a discount.
In which of these places is it OK to say 'ቅናሽ አለ?'
Bargaining is expected in open-air markets but not in the other listed locations.
Complete the dialogue.
Seller: ዋጋው አንድ ሺህ ብር ነው። Buyer: በጣም ውድ ነው! _________?
After saying something is expensive (wid new), the logical next step is to ask for a discount.
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시각 학습 자료
Where to use 'ቅናሽ አለ?'
Yes (Bargain!)
- • Merkato
- • Taxis
- • Souvenir Shops
- • Street Vendors
No (Fixed Price)
- • Supermarkets
- • Hospitals
- • Government Offices
- • Banks
연습 문제 은행
4 연습 문제You are at Merkato and want to buy a scarf. The seller says '200 Birr'. What do you say?
'ቅናሽ አለ?' is the correct way to ask for a lower price.
እባክህ ______ አለ? (Please, is there a discount?)
'ቅናሽ' means discount.
In which of these places is it OK to say 'ቅናሽ አለ?'
Bargaining is expected in open-air markets but not in the other listed locations.
Seller: ዋጋው አንድ ሺህ ብር ነው። Buyer: በጣም ውድ ነው! _________?
After saying something is expensive (wid new), the logical next step is to ask for a discount.
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자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Not at all! In markets, it's expected. It's only rude in places with fixed prices like supermarkets or high-end malls.
It varies, but in markets, you can often get 20-40% off the first price quoted to you.
Yes, for 'contract' taxis (the blue or yellow ones), you should always negotiate the price before getting in.
You can either pay the price, try to bargain a bit more, or politely say 'Ameseginalehu' (Thank you) and try another shop.
Yes, 'ቅናሽ' is also used for 'sale', but you might also see 'ታላቅ ቅናሽ' (Grand Sale).
For this specific phrase, 'ale' stays the same because 'q'inash' is masculine and singular.
You say 'ለተማሪዎች ቅናሽ አለ?' (Le-temariwoch q'inash ale?).
Yes, it is a core part of the city's commercial culture, especially in areas like Merkato and Piazza.
The opposite would be 'ጭማሪ' (chimari), which means an increase or addition.
Generally no, restaurant prices are fixed. However, for very large group bookings, you might ask the manager.
관련 표현
ስንት ነው?
builds onHow much is it?
ውድ ነው
similarIt is expensive
ቁርጥ ዋጋ
contrastFixed price
መቀነስ ይቻላል?
synonymIs it possible to reduce?
ደምበኛ
specialized formRegular customer
