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How much? And how do I pay?

By the end you'll ask about prices and handle payment in shops and restaurants.

N5 N5 to N4 · 3 phrases
  1. 1

    ikura desu ka?

    The essential price question. Point and ask, works everywhere.

    Use when asking the price of an item at any shop, market, or restaurant

    kore, ikura desu ka?

    How much is this?

  2. 2

    kādo wa tsukaemasu ka?

    Before you even try to pay, check if they take cards. Not all places do.

    Use when asking if a shop or restaurant accepts credit cards

    kādo wa tsukaemasu ka?

    Can I use a card?

  3. 3

    otsuri

    Change, when you pay cash and they give you coins back. Good to know the word.

    Use when receiving change after cash payment, understanding when cashier mentions change

    otsuri desu.

    Here's your change.

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