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How to Say ‘But does it cost more this way?’ in Italian

Però così costa di più?

peh-ROH koh-ZEE Koh-stah dee pyoo

[peh-ROH koh-ZEE Koh-stah dee pyoo]

🇮🇹 In Italy: Asking about the cost is perfectly acceptable if you keep the tone light. Some cities, like Rome and Florence, have fixed airport fares, which are worth checking before you ride.

Phrase Breakdown

Però così

peh-ROH koh-ZEE

But this way

Both words are stressed on the last syllable: 'pe-RÒ ko-SÌ'.

Example

Però così è più facile.

But this way it's easier.

Words in this phrase

Però

[peh-ROH]

but

Used to introduce a contrast or exception.

Example

Però, c'è un problema.

But, there's a problem.

così

[koh-ZEE]

so / this way

"Così" can mean "so," "thus," or "this way," often showing result or manner.

Example

Così restiamo in contatto dopo l’incontro.

This way we stay in touch after the meeting.

costa di più?

Koh-stah dee pyoo

does it cost more?

Stress 'KO-sta', then let your voice rise on 'più' for the question.

Example

Il treno costa di più?

Does the train cost more?

Words in this phrase

costa

[Koh-stah]

It costs

Used to specify the price of something.

Example

Il caffè costa due euro.

The coffee costs two euros.

[dee]

(part of 'di più')

In 'di più' it forms the expression 'more'.

Example

Voglio mangiare di più.

I want to eat more.

più

[pyoo]

Comparative word used to indicate a greater amount or degree.

Example

Con più responsabilità. impari di più.

With more responsibility, you learn more.

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