这个多少钱？

When to use

Use this essential phrase in markets, stores, or restaurants whenever you need to know the cost of a specific item.

How it works

This phrase follows a simple Subject + Predicate pattern, combining a demonstrative pronoun with a question word and noun.

• 这个 (zhè ge) - this one (demonstrative pronoun + measure word)
• 多少 (duō shǎo) - how much/many (question word)
• 钱 (qián) - money (noun)

Grammar

The structure [Item] + 多少钱？ is a direct and common way to ask for the price. The general measure word 个 is used with the demonstrative 这 to refer to 'this one'.

Pronunciation

The measure word 个 in 这个 is pronounced with a neutral tone, dropping its original fourth tone to sound short and light.

Notes

This is the most fundamental question to ask when shopping to inquire about the price of an item.