Direct answer
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这个多少钱？
Romanization
Zhege duoshao qian?
Pronunciation
juh-guh dwaw-shaow chyen
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How to say “how much is this” in Chinese
Learn how to say "how much is this" in Chinese: 这个多少钱？ (Zhege duoshao qian?), with pronunciation, usage notes, examples, and related phrases.
polite
When to use it
Use it with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby. A polite opening such as excuse me makes the phrase safer and easier to understand. 这个多少钱 is a practical Mandarin question for shops, markets, taxis, and street food stalls.
Examples
这个多少钱？
How much is this?
请问这个多少钱？
Excuse me, how much is this?
Common mistakes
Do not translate "how much is this" word by word; use the full Chinese phrase as a unit.
Use romanization as a pronunciation hint, not as the normal written form.
Check the tone before using it: this version is marked polite.
FAQ
How do you say "how much is this" in Chinese?
Say 这个多少钱？. The romanization is Zhege duoshao qian?, and the pronunciation is juh-guh dwaw-shaow chyen.
Is 这个多少钱？ formal or casual?
This version is marked polite. 这个多少钱 is a practical Mandarin question for shops, markets, taxis, and street food stalls.
When should I use "how much is this" in Chinese?
Use it with staff, locals, drivers, or passersby. A polite opening such as excuse me makes the phrase safer and easier to understand. 这个多少钱 is a practical Mandarin question for shops, markets, taxis, and street food stalls.