너무 비싸요.

When to use

Say this when you feel an item is too expensive, often as a prelude to bargaining or deciding not to buy.

How it works

This phrase uses '너무' (too/very) + '비싸다' (to be expensive) in its polite sentence form '-아요/어요'. The subject 'it' or 'that' is omitted.

• 너무: too, very
• 비싸요: it is expensive (from 비싸다, to be expensive + -아요/어요 polite ending)

Speech Level

The '-아요' ending is the standard polite speech level (해요체, haeyoche), making the statement less confrontational.

Tone matters

While this phrase is common, delivering it with a friendly tone is crucial. A harsh tone can sound rude, so pair it with a smile or a softer delivery.

Notes

Use this politely to express that the price is higher than you expected.