A guide to saying it like a local

How to Say "Is there a discount" in Spanish

Ask about potential discounts when shopping in Spanish-speaking countries.

¿Hay algún descuento?

ai AL-goon des-KWEN-tohneutral

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Use this when you're buying something and want to see if the price can be lowered. It's a polite way to inquire about any available reductions.

Alternatives

  • ¿Me haces un descuento?More direct, often used when you're ready to buy.
  • ¿Hay rebaja?Common for sales or clearance items.

Ways to get it wrong

Confusing 'descuento' with 'descuido'

'Descuento' means discount, while 'descuido' means carelessness or neglect.

Omitting 'algún'

Saying just '¿Hay descuento?' is understandable but less common than including 'algún' (any).

A small cultural note

In many Latin American countries, haggling is more common in markets than in formal stores. Be polite and gauge the situation before pushing for a discount.

Frequently asked

how to ask for discount in spanish

The most common way is '¿Hay algún descuento?'. You can also try '¿Me haces un descuento?' if you're ready to purchase.

what is a discount in spanish

A discount is called 'un descuento'. You might also hear 'una rebaja', especially for sales.

when can i ask for a discount in spanish

You can ask when shopping, especially in markets or smaller shops where bargaining is more accepted. It's less common in large chain stores.