Swahili
bei gani
BEH-ee GAH-nee
How to say it
Swahilibei ganiBEH-ee GAH-neesoon
Englishhow much is itsoon
Frenchc'est combiensoon
Meaning
how much does it cost — a common everyday question asking the price of something.
Good to know
a set phrase heard constantly while shopping or bargaining.
Examples
- Bei gani?How much is it?
- Bei gani kwa kilo moja ya nyanya?How much for one kilo of tomatoes?
- Samaki huyu bei gani?How much is this fish?
- Niambie bei gani kabla sijanunua.Tell me the price before I buy.