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How to Say ‘That is too expensive.’ in German

Das ist zu teuer.

dahs ist tsoo TOY-uh

[dahs ist tsoo TOY-uh]

🇩🇪 In Germany: Prices in shops are fixed, so this won't start a haggle. It's simply a polite way to decline. Flea markets are the exception.

Phrase Breakdown

Das ist

dahs ist

That is

A very common opener. Link the words smoothly: 'dahs-ist'.

Example

Das ist gut.

That is good.

Words in this phrase

Das

[dahs]

that / it

'Das' can mean 'that' or 'it', depending on context.

Example

Das macht Spaß beim WM-Schauen.

That is fun when watching the World Cup.

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.

zu teuer.

tsoo TOY-uh

too expensive

'zu' here means 'too'. 'teuer' sounds like 'TOY-er'.

Example

Das Hotel ist zu teuer.

The hotel is too expensive.

Words in this phrase

[tsoo]

too

Used to indicate an excessive amount or degree.

Example

Zu kühl ist für draußen manchmal unangenehm.

Too cool is sometimes unpleasant for sitting outside.

teuer

[TOY-uh]

expensive

Costing a lot of money.

Example

Das Auto ist zu teuer.

The car is too expensive.

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