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How to Say ‘It cost’ in Mexican Spanish

Va a costar

vah ah kohs-tahr

[vah ah kohs-tahr]

💬 Usage Tip: Used specifically to ask about monetary expense.

🇲🇽 In Mexico: Discussing money and getting clear prices upfront is common and wise.

Phrase Breakdown

Va

[vah]

Will

Indicating future tense.

Example

Va a llover mañana.

It will rain tomorrow.

a

[ah]

to

Used to express motion or direction.

Example

Voy a la tienda.

I am going to the store.

costar

[kohs-tahr]

Cost

The amount that needs to be paid for something.

Example

Esto va a costar mucho.

This is going to cost a lot.

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