Significado
Asking for the price of something.
Contexto cultural
In Gujarat, asking 'Ketla paisa?' is the start of a relationship. Business is seen as a noble and essential part of life, and being 'chatur' (clever) with money is a compliment. At street food stalls (Laaris), it is customary to eat first and ask 'Ketla paisa?' last. The vendor keeps track of what you ate in their head. When giving money at a temple (Dakshina), you don't usually ask 'Ketla paisa?'. You give what you wish, often an auspicious amount like 11, 21, or 51. If you don't ask the price and then negotiate, you might be seen as 'bhola' (naive). Bargaining is a respected social dance.
The 'Thaya' Trick
If you forget 'paisa', just say 'Ketla thaya?' (How many happened?). It's the most natural way to ask for a total.
Don't be too blunt
Adding 'bhai' (brother) or 'kaka' (uncle) before the phrase makes it much more polite.
Significado
Asking for the price of something.
The 'Thaya' Trick
If you forget 'paisa', just say 'Ketla thaya?' (How many happened?). It's the most natural way to ask for a total.
Don't be too blunt
Adding 'bhai' (brother) or 'kaka' (uncle) before the phrase makes it much more polite.
Bargaining is expected
In street markets, the first price is rarely the final price. Use 'Ketla paisa?' as your opening move.
Watch the 'a'
Ensure you say 'Ketla' (plural) and not 'Ketlu' (singular) to sound like a native.
Teste-se
Fill in the missing word to ask for the price.
આ સફરજનના ______ પૈસા?
'Paisa' is masculine plural, so 'Ketla' is the correct form.
Which phrase is most appropriate after finishing a meal at a street stall?
You just ate Panipuri. What do you say?
This asks for the total amount you need to pay.
Match the phrase to the situation.
Situation: You are about to enter an auto-rickshaw.
This asks the driver how much they will charge for the trip.
Complete the dialogue.
Shopkeeper: આ શર્ટ ૫૦૦ રૂપિયાનો છે. Learner: ના, આ બહુ મોંઘું છે. ______ કરો.
'Ocha karo' means 'make it less', a key part of bargaining after asking 'Ketla paisa?'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Where to use 'Ketla Paisa?'
Transport
- • Rickshaw
- • Taxi
- • Bus ticket
Food
- • Vegetables
- • Street food
- • Groceries
Shopping
- • Clothes
- • Books
- • Gifts
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosઆ સફરજનના ______ પૈસા?
'Paisa' is masculine plural, so 'Ketla' is the correct form.
You just ate Panipuri. What do you say?
This asks for the total amount you need to pay.
Situation: You are about to enter an auto-rickshaw.
This asks the driver how much they will charge for the trip.
Shopkeeper: આ શર્ટ ૫૦૦ રૂપિયાનો છે. Learner: ના, આ બહુ મોંઘું છે. ______ કરો.
'Ocha karo' means 'make it less', a key part of bargaining after asking 'Ketla paisa?'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
12 perguntasNot at all! It is a standard, necessary phrase for daily life. Just use a friendly tone.
Yes, 'Ketla rupiya?' is also very common and means the same thing.
Because 'paisa' is a masculine plural noun in Gujarati grammar.
You can say 'આ બધાના કેટલા પૈસા?' (How much for all of these?).
In malls or big stores, you can still ask, but they might point to a 'Fixed Price' sign.
Yes, even if paying by UPI/QR code, you ask 'Ketla paisa થયા?' to know the amount to type.
Yes, just 'Ketla?' while pointing is common in very busy markets.
If it's okay, say 'Saru' (Fine). If too much, say 'Bahu monghu che' (Too expensive).
Yes, it's identical in Mumbai and across the Gujarati diaspora.
Yes, it's perfect for any service-based transaction.
'Paisa' is currency/cash; 'Dhan' is wealth/assets.
Say 'કિલોના કેટલા?' (How much for a kilo?).
Frases relacionadas
શું ભાવ છે?
similarWhat is the rate?
કેટલા થયા?
builds onHow much did it become?
બહુ મોંઘું છે
contrastIt is very expensive
સસ્તું કરો
builds onMake it cheaper
છૂટા છે?
similarDo you have change?
મફત છે?
contrastIs it free?
