बहुत महंगा है
It's very expensive
حرفيًا: Very expensive is
Use this phrase to initiate bargaining or express genuine shock at a high price tag.
في 15 ثانية
- Use it to say a price is too high.
- Essential for bargaining in Indian local markets.
- Combine with a surprised expression for maximum effect.
المعنى
This is the most common way to say something costs too much money. It is your go-to phrase for sticker shock while shopping in India.
أمثلة رئيسية
3 من 6Shopping for clothes at a local market
Bhaiya, yeh kurta bahut mahanga hai!
Brother, this kurta is very expensive!
Looking at a luxury car in a showroom
Yeh gaadi bahut mahanga hai.
This car is very expensive.
Texting a friend about a new iPhone
Naya iPhone bahut mahanga hai na?
The new iPhone is very expensive, right?
خلفية ثقافية
In India, price negotiation is deeply ingrained in daily commerce. This phrase acts as a 'negotiation starter' rather than just a statement of fact. It reflects a culture that values thriftiness and the art of the deal.
The 'Bhaiya' Factor
Always start with 'Bhaiya' (Brother) or 'Uncle' when saying this to a vendor. It builds a rapport that makes them more likely to lower the price.
Don't be too aggressive
Say it with a smile or a look of genuine surprise. If you sound angry, the seller might just stop talking to you.
في 15 ثانية
- Use it to say a price is too high.
- Essential for bargaining in Indian local markets.
- Combine with a surprised expression for maximum effect.
What It Means
Bahut mahanga hai is a straightforward way to express that a price is high. Bahut means 'very', mahanga means 'expensive', and hai is 'is'. It is the ultimate survival phrase for any market visit. You are telling the seller that the price exceeds your budget or the item's worth.
How To Use It
Simply point at an item and say the phrase. You do not need complex grammar here. If you are talking about a specific object, put the object name first. For example, Yeh phone bahut mahanga hai. It is punchy and gets the point across instantly. Use a slightly surprised tone to make it more effective.
When To Use It
Use it while street shopping at Janpath or Colaba Causeway. It is perfect for reacting to a restaurant bill that seems too high. You can use it when discussing house rents with friends. It also works when texting a buddy about a luxury car you just saw. It is a very versatile, everyday expression.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid using this in a high-end luxury boutique where prices are fixed. It might come off as a bit out of place there. Do not use it if a friend gives you an expensive gift. That would be quite rude! In those cases, focus on the beauty of the gift instead. Also, avoid saying it aggressively to a small-scale street vendor.
Cultural Background
Bargaining is a national sport in India. Saying Bahut mahanga hai is often the opening move in a long negotiation. Sellers expect you to say this even if the price is fair. It is a social dance between the buyer and the seller. It shows you are a savvy shopper who knows the value of money.
Common Variations
If something is outrageously priced, say Bahut zyada mahanga hai. For a more casual vibe with friends, you might just say Bhai, loot rahe hain (Brother, they are robbing us). If you want to be polite, you can say Thoda kam kijiye (Please reduce it a bit). Each variation changes the energy of the conversation.
ملاحظات الاستخدام
The phrase is grammatically masculine by default. If you are referring to a feminine noun, change 'mahanga' to 'mahangi'. It is safe for all levels of formality except the most rigid official settings.
The 'Bhaiya' Factor
Always start with 'Bhaiya' (Brother) or 'Uncle' when saying this to a vendor. It builds a rapport that makes them more likely to lower the price.
Don't be too aggressive
Say it with a smile or a look of genuine surprise. If you sound angry, the seller might just stop talking to you.
The Silent Treatment
After saying 'Bahut mahanga hai', wait for 3 seconds. Often, the seller will immediately offer a lower price without you saying another word!
أمثلة
6Bhaiya, yeh kurta bahut mahanga hai!
Brother, this kurta is very expensive!
Using 'Bhaiya' makes the interaction friendly and open for bargaining.
Yeh gaadi bahut mahanga hai.
This car is very expensive.
A simple statement of fact regarding the high cost.
Naya iPhone bahut mahanga hai na?
The new iPhone is very expensive, right?
Adding 'na' at the end turns it into a conversational question.
Is baar bill bahut mahanga hai!
The bill is very expensive this time!
Expressing frustration over rising costs.
Cinema ka popcorn sone se bhi mahanga hai!
Cinema popcorn is more expensive than gold!
A hyperbolic way to use the core concept for humor.
Aapka software bahut mahanga hai.
Your software is very expensive.
Direct feedback in a business negotiation.
اختبر نفسك
Choose the correct word to say 'The house is very expensive.'
Ghar ___ mahanga hai.
`Bahut` means 'very', which completes the phrase for 'very expensive'.
Complete the sentence to express shock at a price.
Yeh toh ___ mahanga hai!
`Toh` adds emphasis, making the statement 'This is indeed very expensive!'
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وسائل تعلم بصرية
Formality of 'Bahut mahanga hai'
Used with friends or family while shopping.
Yaar, yeh bahut mahanga hai!
Standard use with shopkeepers or colleagues.
Yeh bahut mahanga hai.
Used in business meetings regarding budgets.
Yeh project bahut mahanga hai.
Where to use 'Bahut mahanga hai'
Street Market
Bargaining for a bag
Real Estate
Discussing flat rent
Restaurant
Seeing a 5-star menu
Gadget Store
Checking latest tech
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةNot at all! In a market setting, it is expected. However, avoid saying it in someone's home about their possessions.
You can say Bahut zyada mahanga hai. Adding zyada (more/too much) increases the intensity.
No, this is only for the cost of things. If you mean someone is 'high maintenance', that requires different phrasing.
The opposite is Bahut sasta hai, which means 'It is very cheap'.
Yes. If the object is feminine (like ghadi - watch), you say mahangi. For masculine (like phone), you say mahanga.
In very casual settings, you can just say Bada mahanga hai! using Bada as a substitute for 'very'.
You can say it to your friends, but don't expect the cashier to change the price, as mall prices are fixed.
You can use the word kaafi instead of bahut, as in Yeh kaafi mahanga hai.
You can ask Itna mahanga kyun hai?. This often prompts the seller to explain the quality.
Yes, it is the standard Hindi word, though regional languages have their own versions (like 'kharchal' in some dialects).
عبارات ذات صلة
Sasta hai
It is cheap
Thoda kam karo
Reduce [the price] a little
Sahi daam lagao
Give me a fair price
Loot machi hai
It's a total rip-off (slang)
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