Was kostet das?
[vas KOS-tet das]
How much does this cost?
Literal gloss:“What costs that?”
When to use:Safe across both Sie and du settings because no personal pronoun restricts it.
Word-by-Word Structure
| German | Meaning | Grammar Note |
|---|---|---|
| Was | what | — |
| kostet | costs (3rd sg. of kosten) | — |
| das | that / this | — |
Example Sentences in Context
Clothing store
Entschuldigung, was kostet diese Jacke?
Excuse me, how much does this jacket cost?
Weekly farmers market
Was kosten die Erdbeeren heute?
How much are the strawberries today?
Natural Alternatives
- Wie viel macht das zusammen?Neutral
How much does that come to altogether?
Common Replies You Will Hear
- Das kostet neun Euro fünfzig.Neutral
That costs 9.50 euros.