N5 · Phrase guide
Ikura Desu Ka — Asking Price Politely
いくらですか
いくらですか
How much is it?
Nuance
ですか keeps it neutral-polite. Pointing at items while asking is normal; bargaining is rare except flea markets.
Cultural note
At konbini prices are fixed—asking is odd. At department stores staff may walk you to the register instead of quoting verbally.
Examples
これはいくらですか。
How much is this?
Souvenir shop
全部でいくら？
How much for everything?
Casual market stall
Common mistakes
- Using overly casual いくら？ with luxury shop staff
- Forgetting を when specifying an item (これはいくらですか)
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