How to Say ‘It's more expensive than expected’ in Japanese
予定より高いです
yotei yori takai desu
[yoh-teh yoh-ree tah-kai dess]
💬 Usage Tip: [より] means "than" when comparing, so [予定より高いです] is "it's higher than expected." You can swap in other reference points: [昨日より高いです] ("it's higher than yesterday").
Phrase Breakdown
予定
yotei
[yoh-teh]
plan; expectation; estimate
Something scheduled or expected; in this context, the expected fare or estimate.
予定を確認してください。
Please check the plan/estimate.
より
yori
[yoh-ree]
than; compared with
A particle used to compare one thing to another.
昨日より暑いです。
It is hotter than yesterday.
高い
takai
[tah-kai]
high; expensive
An i-adjective meaning high in price or cost; often used for something expensive.
この料金は高いです。
This fee is expensive.
です
desu
[dess]
is; polite ending
A polite sentence ending used to state something formally.
それで十分です。
That is enough.
Get the Full Learning Experience
This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.
Pronunciation Feedback
AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent
Spaced Repetition
Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice
Immersive Roleplaying
Practice real conversations with AI partners
Custom Scenarios
Request lessons tailored to your specific needs
Get Full LessonWhat Learners Are Saying
“Teaching in Osaka and I wanted to connect with my students beyond the classroom. The everyday conversation scenarios made my Japanese feel natural, not textbook-y.”
Mia S., 25, English Teacher
“Moved to Tokyo and the polite vs. casual speech levels were killing me. This app breaks it all down with real scenarios. My coworkers noticed the difference in weeks.”
Kevin Z., 31, Game Developer
“I tried five different apps before this one. The roleplay conversations are what finally made things click. I actually remember what I learn now.”
Sofia R., 31, Marketing Manager