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How to Say ‘That's really cheap!’ in German

Das ist ja günstig!

dahs ist yah GUEN-stikh

[dahs ist yah GUEN-stikh]

💬 Usage Tip: ja here isn't "yes": dropped into a sentence it adds surprise or emphasis, like "really". Try Das ist ja toll! "That's really great!"

Phrase Breakdown

Das ist ja

dahs ist yah

That's really

Here 'ja' adds surprise, not 'yes'.

Example

Das ist ja toll!

That's really great!

Words in this phrase

Das

[dahs]

that; it

Refers back to a previous statement or situation, often translated as 'that' or 'it.'

Example

Das hat einen positiven Eindruck hinterlassen.

That left a positive impression.

ist

[ist]

A form of the verb 'sein' used for singular subjects.

Example

Für viele Bewerber Ist ein gutes Teamklima entscheidend.

For many applicants, a good team climate is crucial.

[yah]

really / indeed

Modal particle adding emphasis or surprise.

Example

Du bist ja schon da!

You're already here!

günstig!

GUEN-stikh

cheap!

'günstig' means good value. For 'ü', round your lips while saying 'ee'.

Example

Das Hotel ist günstig.

The hotel is affordable.

Words in this phrase

günstig

[GUEN-stikh]

cheap, inexpensive

Adjective for something with a good, low price; sounds more positive than 'billig'.

Example

Das Hotel ist sehr günstig.

The hotel is very affordable.

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