How to Say Price in Spanish | MostUsedWords.com

As of 2026, if you're wondering how to say "price" in Spanish or looking up related terms like "cost," this guide will help you understand and use these words effectively. In Spanish, the word for price is precio (IPA: /ˈpɾeθjo/), which is widely used across most Spanish-speaking regions.

What is "Price" in Spanish?

The term precio encompasses the same meaning as its English counterpart, indicating the monetary value or cost of a product, service, or commodity. In contexts like restaurants and markets, you'll frequently hear locals using this word to refer to prices.

Meaning of "Price" in Spanish

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The term precio denotes the amount of money one must pay to acquire a good or service, similar to its English equivalent. Understanding how to use this term correctly can greatly enhance your cross-cultural communication skills.

Regional Variations in How to Say "Price"

• Precio: This is the standard term for "price" used in Spain and widely understood throughout Latin America.
• Costo (IPA: /ˈkosto/): In Mexico, Costa Rica, Colombia, and other countries, you might hear people using costo to refer to the cost or price of an item. Pronounced as "KOS-toh."
• Valor (IPA: /baˈloɾ/): In Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay, the word valor is sometimes used to denote the price of an item but can also mean "value." Pronounced as "BAH-lohr."
• Tarifa (IPA: /taˈɾifa/): In contexts like fares or rates, particularly in Spain and some Latin American countries, tarifa is used to refer to the price. Pronounced as "tah-REE-fa."

How to Say "Price" in Spanish: Sample Sentences

Here are five sample sentences you can use:

• El precio del libro es muy razonable.

  (The price of the book is very reasonable.)

• ¿Cuál es el precio de este vestido?

  (What is the price of this dress?)

• La calidad de un producto no siempre está determinada por su precio.

  (The quality of a product is not always determined by its price.)

• He comparado los precios en diferentes tiendas.

  (I have compared the prices in different stores.)

• El precio del petróleo ha aumentado significativamente este año.

  (The price of oil has significantly increased this year.)

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