"How much are they?" is a common question used when asking for the price of multiple items. This question is useful when shopping and talking about money.
For example:
- "How much are these shoes?" → Asking about the price of shoes.
- "How much are those apples?" → Asking for the price of apples.
- "How much are the tickets for the movie?" → Asking about ticket prices.
In this lesson, students will learn how to ask for prices, understand numbers and money, and practice shopping conversations.
GRAMMAR: QUESTION WITH "HOW MUCH"
"How much" is used to ask about the price of one or more items.
Structure
How much + are + plural noun?
✅ "How much are these jeans?"
✅ "How much are those sunglasses?"
✅ "How much are the books?"
If asking about a single item, we use "is":
✅ "How much is this watch?"
✅ "How much is that dress?"
Short Answers
- "They are $20."
- "They cost $15."
- "They are very expensive!"
- "They are on sale for $10."
Examples
❌ Incorrect: "How much is they?"
✅ Correct: "How much are they?"
❌ Incorrect: "How much cost these shoes?"
✅ Correct: "How much are these shoes?"
VOCABULARY
Price – The amount of money something costs.
Example: "What is the price of this book?"Expensive – Something that costs a lot of money.
Example: "These shoes are expensive!"Cheap – Something that does not cost a lot.
Example: "This pen is very cheap."Sale – A discount or lower price.
Example: "The store has a big sale today!"Cost – The price of something.
Example: "How much does it cost?"Buy – To purchase something.
Example: "I want to buy a new phone."Sell – To offer something for money.
Example: "They sell nice clothes in this store."Cash – Physical money (bills and coins).
Example: "Do you want to pay with cash?"Credit card – A card used to pay instead of cash.
Example: "I pay with my credit card."Wallet – A small case for money.
Example: "I have $50 in my wallet."
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
- "How much are they?"
- "They are $25 each."
- "That’s too expensive!"
- "Do you have a cheaper option?"
- "Can I pay with cash?"
- "Do you accept credit cards?"
- "I want to buy two of them."
- "Can I get a discount?"
- "They are on sale today."
- "Thank you for your purchase!"
SENTENCES
Positive Sentences
- "The apples are $3 per kilo."
- "These jeans are on sale for $20."
- "The books are very cheap in this store."
Negative Sentences
- "The tickets are not cheap."
- "These shoes are not on sale."
- "Those watches are not expensive."
Questions
- "How much are these earrings?"
- "How much are the concert tickets?"
- "How much are the oranges at this market?"
Answers
- "They are $15 for two."
- "They cost $30 in total."
- "They are very expensive!"
CONVERSATION
Scene: Emma is shopping for shoes in a store.
Emma: Excuse me, how much are these shoes?
Salesperson: They are $40.
Emma: Oh, that’s a little expensive. Do you have any cheaper ones?
Salesperson: Yes! These are on sale for $25.
Emma: Great! I’ll take them. Can I pay with my credit card?
Salesperson: Of course! Thank you for your purchase.
READING: "Shopping for a Gift"
Lisa wants to buy a gift for her friend. She goes to a jewelry store and sees some bracelets. She asks the salesperson, "How much are they?"
The salesperson says, "They are $50 each, but we have a special offer: Buy one, get one free!"
Lisa is happy. She buys two bracelets and only pays for one. She pays with her credit card and leaves the store with a big smile.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q: What does Lisa want to buy?
A: She wants to buy a gift for her friend.Q: Where does Lisa go?
A: She goes to a jewelry store.Q: How much are the bracelets?
A: They are $50 each.Q: What special offer does the store have?
A: Buy one, get one free.Q: How does Lisa pay?
A: She pays with her credit card.
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