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How do I ask for a discount or a price check in German

Must-Know German Phrases for Shopping in Germany: How do I ask for a discount or a price check in German
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If you want to ask for a discount or check a price in German, here are some useful phrases:

Asking for a Discount

  1. Gibt es einen Rabatt?
    (Is there a discount?) 1, 6
  2. Könnten Sie mir einen Rabatt geben?
    (Could you give me a discount?) 5
  3. Geben Sie mir einen Rabatt?
    (Can you give me a discount?) 2
  4. Können Sie mir einen besseren Preis machen?
    (Can you give me a better price?) 6

Checking Prices

  1. Wie viel kostet das?
    (How much does this cost?) 4, 7
  2. Was kostet das?
    (What does this cost?) 4
  3. Wie teuer ist das?
    (How expensive is this?) 4

Polite Variations

  • If you want to be extra polite, use:
    Könnten Sie mir bitte einen Rabatt geben?
    (Could you please give me a discount?) 5

These phrases can be used in various shopping contexts, whether at markets, stores, or supermarkets. In Germany, while haggling is not very common in formal retail settings, asking politely may still yield results, especially in informal or market environments.

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