बिल कितना हुआ?
Bill amount?
직역: Bill how much happened?
Use this phrase whenever you are ready to pay the total amount at any commercial establishment.
15초 만에
- Use it to ask for the total amount at any shop.
- Perfect for restaurants, taxis, and small street vendors.
- Adding 'Bhaiya' makes it sound more friendly and local.
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This is the most common way to ask 'What is the bill?' or 'How much do I owe?' after eating or shopping.
주요 예문
3 / 6Finishing a meal at a cafe
Bhaiya, bill kitna hua?
Brother, how much is the bill?
Paying a taxi driver
Ji, bill kitna hua?
Sir, how much is the bill?
Texting a friend after they paid for dinner
Mera bill kitna hua? Batao.
How much was my bill? Tell me.
문화적 배경
In Indian culture, the person who asks for the bill is often expected to pay for the whole group. It is common to see friends playfully arguing over who gets to say this phrase first. While 'bill' is an English loanword, it is used more frequently in Hindi than the native word 'lekha'.
The 'Bhaiya' Boost
Always address male staff as 'Bhaiya' (brother) before asking. It builds instant rapport and often leads to better service!
The Silent Gesture
In noisy restaurants, you can mimic writing in the air with your hand while saying 'Bill?'—everyone will understand you.
15초 만에
- Use it to ask for the total amount at any shop.
- Perfect for restaurants, taxis, and small street vendors.
- Adding 'Bhaiya' makes it sound more friendly and local.
What It Means
Bill kitna hua? is your go-to phrase for settling up. It literally asks how much the bill has 'become' or 'totaled.' It is simple, direct, and incredibly useful. You will hear this everywhere in India. From fancy malls to tiny roadside tea stalls.
How To Use It
You use this phrase at the very end of a transaction. Just catch the waiter's eye or walk to the counter. Say it with a slight questioning tone. You don't need a long sentence. These three words do all the heavy lifting for you. It is the verbal signal that you are ready to pay and leave.
When To Use It
Use it at a restaurant when you're finished eating. Use it at a grocery store when the clerk finishes scanning. It works perfectly when checking out of a hotel too. If you are in a taxi or rickshaw, it is equally effective. It is the universal 'check, please' of the Hindi-speaking world.
When NOT To Use It
Don't use this if you are a guest at someone’s house. That would be quite awkward! Indian hospitality is legendary, and suggesting a 'bill' at a friend’s home is a no-no. Also, avoid it if you are still in the middle of shopping. Use Iska daam kya hai? (What is the price of this?) for individual items instead.
Cultural Background
In India, talking about money can be a bit of a dance. Often, friends will fight over who gets to ask Bill kitna hua? first. This 'bill battle' is a sign of affection and respect. Being the one to ask often means you intend to pay for everyone. It’s a small phrase that carries a lot of social weight.
Common Variations
If you want to be extra polite, add Bhaiya (brother) at the start. You can say Bhaiya, bill kitna hua? to a shopkeeper. For a more formal vibe, use Kitna hua? while pointing at the check. Some people simply say Check please in English, which is also widely understood. But using the Hindi version will definitely earn you a smile!
사용 참고사항
This phrase is perfectly neutral. It works with a street vendor or a manager. Just ensure your tone is inquisitive rather than demanding.
The 'Bhaiya' Boost
Always address male staff as 'Bhaiya' (brother) before asking. It builds instant rapport and often leads to better service!
The Silent Gesture
In noisy restaurants, you can mimic writing in the air with your hand while saying 'Bill?'—everyone will understand you.
Don't say it at home!
Never use this at a local's house. Indian hosts find it offensive if you offer to pay for a home-cooked meal.
예시
6Bhaiya, bill kitna hua?
Brother, how much is the bill?
Adding 'Bhaiya' makes it sound friendly and natural.
Ji, bill kitna hua?
Sir, how much is the bill?
Using 'Ji' adds a touch of respect to the driver.
Mera bill kitna hua? Batao.
How much was my bill? Tell me.
Used when you want to pay your friend back your share.
Hamara total bill kitna hua?
What is our total bill?
Adding 'total' clarifies you want the final sum.
Tumhare khane ka bill kitna hua?!
Just how much was the bill for your food?!
Used jokingly to imply they ordered a lot.
In kitabon ka bill kitna hua?
How much is the bill for these books?
Direct and clear for a specific purchase.
셀프 테스트
Complete the phrase to ask for the bill at a restaurant.
Bhaiya, ___ kitna hua?
While 'paisa' means money, 'bill' is the standard term used for the check in India.
Choose the correct verb to complete the question.
Bill kitna ___?
'Hua' is the past participle of 'to be/become', used here to mean 'totaled up to'.
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시각 학습 자료
Formality Scale of 'Bill kitna hua?'
Used with friends or street vendors.
Kitna hua?
Standard way to ask in shops.
Bill kitna hua?
Polite inquiry in hotels or offices.
Kripya batayiye, bill kitna hua?
Where to use 'Bill kitna hua?'
Restaurant
After a big family dinner.
Grocery Store
At the checkout counter.
Auto Rickshaw
At the end of your ride.
Pharmacy
Buying medicine.
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문It is an English word, but it is used universally in Hindi. You will rarely hear the traditional Hindi word lekha in daily life.
Yes! Shortening it to Kitna hua? is very common and sounds very natural. It literally means 'How much did it come to?'
You can add Ji at the end or start with Excuse me. For example: Excuse me, bill kitna hua?
Ask for the bill first, then say Card chalega? (Will a card work?). Most places in cities accept cards.
Yes, you can ask Bijli ka bill kitna hua? to ask about your utility costs. It applies to all types of bills.
Hua is more common because it implies the total has been calculated. Bill kitna hai? is also correct but sounds slightly more static.
Tipping isn't mandatory in India, but it's appreciated. When you get the bill, you can leave a small amount of change.
In Mumbai, you might hear Kitna bhada hua? specifically for taxi fares. But Bill kitna hua? works everywhere.
The most common mistake is forgetting the 'h' sound in hua. Make sure it's not 'ua', but a soft hua.
It's better to use Ye kitne ka hai? (How much is this?) for one item. Use bill for the final total of everything.
관련 표현
Kitne paise hue?
How much money (in total)?
Chutta hai?
Do you have change?
Iska daam kya hai?
What is the price of this?
Paisa le lo.
Please take the money.
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