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Prices & Bargaining
Use these phrases when you are shopping and need to ask about prices or negotiate a better deal.
Key Phrases
You can start by asking, 'How much does this cost?' to get the seller's initial price.
If the price seems high, you might say, 'That seems a bit expensive for me.'
You can politely inquire about a discount by saying, 'Is there any discount you can offer?'
You could say, 'I like it, but I was hoping for a lower price.'
If the seller hesitates, you can ask, 'Could you reduce the price by ten percent?'
When you reach an agreement, confirm by saying, 'So the final price is ___ , correct?'
You could say, 'Let me think about it and I will let you know soon.'
To close the deal politely, you can say, 'Thank you, I will take it at that price.'
Practice Dialogue
Traveler
Hello, I am interested in this handbag; could you tell me how much it costs?
Vendor
Certainly, the price is eighty dollars, but I can mention that it is made of genuine leather.
Traveler
That seems a bit expensive for my budget; is there any discount you can offer?
Vendor
I could reduce the price by ten percent if you decide to buy it today.
Traveler
I like the bag, but I was hoping for a lower price; can we meet at seventy dollars?
Vendor
Okay, let us agree on seventy dollars; so the final price is seventy dollars, correct?
Traveler
Thank you, I will take it at that price; have a great day!
Vendor
You are welcome; please come back if you need anything else today.