Phrase in 30 Seconds
The essential phrase for getting a better price in Azerbaijani markets and small shops.
- Means: 'Please give me a discount' or 'Make a reduction'.
- Used in: Traditional bazaars, taxis, and small independent retail shops.
- Don't confuse: Do not use this in large supermarkets or luxury malls.
Explanation at your level:
Meaning
Asking for a lower price.
Cultural Background
Bargaining is a sign of interest. If you don't bargain at a bazaar, the seller might think you are not interested or that you are too wealthy to care about money, which can sometimes be seen as arrogant. Hospitality and trade are linked. A seller might offer you tea before you even start talking about 'Endirim edin'. Accepting the tea is polite and helps the negotiation. Younger generations use apps for everything, but 'Endirim edin' remains king on social media marketplaces like Instagram and Tap.az. In villages, 'Endirim edin' might be replaced by more personal appeals to family or shared acquaintances.
The 'Real Buyer' Trick
Say 'Real alıcıyam' (I am a real buyer) before asking for a discount. It shows you have the cash ready.
Don't be too aggressive
Bargaining should be friendly. If you are too pushy, the seller might refuse to sell to you at all.
The 'Real Buyer' Trick
Say 'Real alıcıyam' (I am a real buyer) before asking for a discount. It shows you have the cash ready.
Don't be too aggressive
Bargaining should be friendly. If you are too pushy, the seller might refuse to sell to you at all.
The Walk-Away
If they don't give the discount, start walking away slowly. Often, they will call you back with a better price.
The Power of 'Zəhmət olmasa'
Always start with 'Please'. It opens doors and hearts in Azerbaijan.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence with the correct formal form of the verb 'etmək'.
Zəhmət olmasa, bir az endirim _______.
'Edin' is the formal/plural imperative form required for a polite request.
In which of these places is it appropriate to say 'Endirim edin'?
Select the correct location:
Bargaining is expected in traditional markets like Təzə Bazar.
Complete the dialogue.
Seller: Bu kitab 10 manatdır. Buyer: Çox bahadır, _______.
The buyer is reacting to the high price by asking for a discount.
Which phrase is a common variation of 'Endirim edin'?
Choose the synonym:
'Aşağı yeri var?' literally means 'Is there a lower place?' and is a common way to ask for a discount.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
5 exercisesZəhmət olmasa, bir az endirim _______.
'Edin' is the formal/plural imperative form required for a polite request.
Select the correct location:
Bargaining is expected in traditional markets like Təzə Bazar.
Seller: Bu kitab 10 manatdır. Buyer: Çox bahadır, _______.
The buyer is reacting to the high price by asking for a discount.
Choose the synonym:
'Aşağı yeri var?' literally means 'Is there a lower place?' and is a common way to ask for a discount.
🎉 Score: /5
Frequently Asked Questions
10 questionsNo, in bazaars and small shops, it is expected and part of the culture.
Start by asking for 20-30% off and see the reaction.
Generally no, prices in malls are fixed.
'Edin' is formal/plural, 'et' is informal/singular.
This means 'It is the final price' and no further discount is possible.
Yes, in open-air markets (bazaars), it is very common.
No, 'Güzəşt edin' or 'Qiyməti müzakirə edək' is better there.
Yes, if there is no meter, you should negotiate before the trip.
Yes, if you see 'ENDİRİM' on a shop window, it means there is a sale.
The seller will say 'Endirim yoxdur' or 'Qiymət sondur'.
Related Phrases
Aşağı yeri var?
similarIs there a lower price?
Güzəşt etmək
synonymTo make a concession
Qiyməti öldürmək
slangTo kill the price
Münasib qiymət
builds onReasonable price
Siftə eləmək
specialized formTo make the first sale of the day
Where to Use It
At the Green Bazaar (Yaşıl Bazar)
Buyer: Bu narlar neçəyədir?
Seller: Kilosu 5 manatdır.
Buyer: Çox bahadır, bir az endirim edin.
Seller: Yaxşı, sənə 4 manat olsun.
Buying a Souvenir
Tourist: Bu xalça neçəyədir?
Seller: 200 manat.
Tourist: Zəhmət olmasa, endirim edin.
Seller: Sizin üçün 180 manat edərəm.
In a Taxi (No Meter)
Passenger: Hava limanına neçəyə aparırsınız?
Driver: 20 manat.
Passenger: Yox, çoxdur. Endirim edin, 15-ə gedək.
Driver: Oldu, min.
Clothing Boutique
Customer: Bu donu bəyəndim. Endirim edin?
Staff: Təəssüf ki, qiymətlərimiz sabitdir.
Customer: Heç olmasa 5 faiz endirim edin.
Buying Furniture
Buyer: Bütün dəsti alıram. Endirim edin.
Manager: Böyük alış-verişdir, 10% endirim edirik.
On Tap.az (Messaging)
User1: Salam, telefon hələ satılır?
User2: Bəli, satılır.
User1: Real alıcıyam, endirim edin.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Think of 'Endirim' as 'Ending' the high price. 'Edin' sounds like 'Adding' a deal.
Visual Association
Imagine a price tag on a string being pulled 'down' (en-) by a friendly hand. The hand belongs to a smiling merchant in Baku's Old City.
Rhyme
Qiyməti endirin, məni sevindirin! (Lower the price, make me happy!)
Story
You enter a shop in Baku. The seller says '10 Manat'. You smile, drink a glass of tea, and say 'Endirim edin'. He laughs, says '8 Manat', and you both leave happy.
In Other Languages
Similar to the Turkish 'İndirim yapın' or the Persian 'Takhfif bedid'. All these cultures share a deep history of market negotiation.
Word Web
Challenge
Next time you are at a local fruit market, try to get at least 50 qəpik (cents) off your total by saying 'Zəhmət olmasa, bir az endirim edin'.
Review this phrase before visiting a bazaar or taking a non-app taxi.
Pronunciation
Three syllables. The 'e' is open like in 'pen'.
The 'd' is soft. Stress is on the second syllable.
Formality Spectrum
Zəhmət olmasa, müəyyən bir endirim edin. (General shopping)
Endirim edin, zəhmət olmasa. (General shopping)
Bir az endirim et də. (General shopping)
Qiyməti öldür də bir az. (General shopping)
Derived from the Old Turkic root 'en-' (to go down). The word 'endirim' was formed by adding the causative suffix '-dir' and the noun-forming suffix '-im'.
Fun Fact
The same root 'en-' is used in 'enmək' (to get off a bus) and 'eniş' (a slope/downhill).
Cultural Notes
Bargaining is a sign of interest. If you don't bargain at a bazaar, the seller might think you are not interested or that you are too wealthy to care about money, which can sometimes be seen as arrogant.
“Always start by offering 30-40% less than the asking price and meet in the middle.”
Hospitality and trade are linked. A seller might offer you tea before you even start talking about 'Endirim edin'. Accepting the tea is polite and helps the negotiation.
“Tea first, bargaining second.”
Younger generations use apps for everything, but 'Endirim edin' remains king on social media marketplaces like Instagram and Tap.az.
“Messaging a seller: 'Salam, son qiyməti nədir? Endirim edin?'”
In villages, 'Endirim edin' might be replaced by more personal appeals to family or shared acquaintances.
“Asking for a discount because you know the seller's cousin.”
Conversation Starters
Bu meyvələr çox təzədir, amma bir az bahadır. Nə deyirsiniz?
Sizcə, Bakıda harada endirim istəmək olar?
Mən bu maşını almaq istəyirəm, amma qiyməti büdcəmə uyğun deyil.
Common Mistakes
Endirim etmək olar?
Endirim edə bilərsiniz?
L1 Interference
Endirim edin in a Supermarket
None (Fixed price)
L1 Interference
Endirim et (to an elder)
Endirim edin
L1 Interference
Ucuz edin
Endirim edin
L1 Interference
In Other Languages
Hazme un descuento
Azerbaijani is more likely to use the plural/formal 'edin' as a default for politeness.
Faites-moi une remise
In France, bargaining is mostly for flea markets (brocantes), whereas in Azerbaijan, it's more widespread.
Geben Sie mir einen Rabatt
The cultural acceptance of the request is much lower in Germany.
Nebiki shite kudasai
Japanese bargaining is very subtle and often restricted to electronics stores or specific regions like Osaka.
Sawwi khasm
Arabic often uses 'A'tini' (Give me) as frequently as 'Sawwi' (Make).
Dǎzhé ba
The mathematical expression of the discount is different (e.g., '8-fold' means 20% off).
Kkakka juseyo
The literal imagery is 'shaving' the price rather than 'lowering' it.
Dê-me um desconto
The choice of verb (give vs. make) is the main linguistic difference.
Spotted in the Real World
“Məşədi İbadın bazarlıq səhnəsi”
A classic scene where the main character bargains for everything in the market.
“Qiymətdə endirim edin, gəlim aparım.”
A comment on a listing for a used bicycle.
“Gəl bura, endirim edim sənə.”
A humorous song about the chaos of a Baku market.
Easily Confused
Learners might think it means to discount, but it means 'to set a price'.
Remember 'Endirim' is for lowering, 'Qoymaq' is for putting/setting.
Sounds similar to 'Endirim edin'.
'Hesab' means 'account' or 'bill'. 'Hesab edin' means 'consider' or 'calculate'.
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
No, in bazaars and small shops, it is expected and part of the culture.
cultural usageStart by asking for 20-30% off and see the reaction.
practical tipsGenerally no, prices in malls are fixed.
usage contexts'Edin' is formal/plural, 'et' is informal/singular.
grammar mechanicsThis means 'It is the final price' and no further discount is possible.
usage contextsYes, in open-air markets (bazaars), it is very common.
practical tipsNo, 'Güzəşt edin' or 'Qiyməti müzakirə edək' is better there.
cultural usageYes, if there is no meter, you should negotiate before the trip.
usage contextsYes, if you see 'ENDİRİM' on a shop window, it means there is a sale.
basic understandingThe seller will say 'Endirim yoxdur' or 'Qiymət sondur'.
basic understanding
