How Much Is It? (J7B)
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EN: Use 'How much is + singular noun?' to ask about the price of a single item.
How much is this red pen?
EN: The phrase 'on sale' is used to describe items that are available for purchase at a reduced price (a discount).
These shoes are on sale this week.
EN: In English-speaking countries, 'on sale' means an item is discounted. This is different from 'for sale', which simply means the item is available to be bought.
EN: Use 'How many' followed by a plural noun to ask about the quantity of something that can be counted.
How many books do you have?
EN: In English, it is very common and friendly to add the person's name at the end of a question, preceded by a short pause (comma in writing). It makes the conversation feel more personal and direct.
EN: When describing nouns, the order of adjectives usually places the number first, followed by the color, and then the noun (Number + Color + Noun).
She has two black cats.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, adding 'please' at the end of a request is essential. Simply saying 'I want three blue pens' can sound demanding or rude to native speakers.
EN: We use 'How much are...' to ask for the price of plural items (more than one thing). 'These' is used for plural items that are close to us.
How much are these apples?
EN: Use 'for each [noun]' to show the price of individual items or packs. 'Each' means every single one.
These apples are fifty dollars for each bag.
EN: In English-speaking countries, prices are often quoted as 'amount for each pack/item' or 'amount per pack'. 'Each' is very common in retail and supermarkets to clarify unit pricing.
EN: We use 'How much' to ask about the quantity of uncountable nouns like 'water', 'milk', or 'money'. The noun always comes immediately after 'How much'.
How much milk do we have in the fridge?
EN: To count uncountable nouns like 'water', we use a container or unit pattern: [number] + [container/unit] + of + [uncountable noun]. For example, 'two bottles of water'.
She wants three cups of tea.
EN: We use 'How many' followed by a plural noun to ask about the quantity of countable things.
How many books are on the desk?
EN: We use 'There are' followed by a plural noun to say that more than one person or thing exists. 'Each' is used to refer to every single one of a group of things individually.
There are five books in each box.
EN: Use 'please' at the end of a request to be polite. It is often preceded by a comma.
A cup of black coffee, please.
EN: In English-speaking countries, adding 'please' when ordering or buying things is very important. It shows respect to the clerk or cashier.
EN: The phrase 'Here is...' is used to point out or hand over a singular item that is close to the speaker.
Here is your coffee.
EN: In English-speaking countries, it is common and polite to say 'Thank you' and 'Here is the money' or 'Here you go' when handing cash or a card to a cashier.
EN: We use 'There is' to say that one singular thing or person exists in a specific place.
There is a big tree in the park.
EN: We use the preposition 'at' before 'prices' to show how much something costs (e.g., 'at a low price', 'at cheap prices').
She bought the dress at a very good price.
EN: Use 'only' before a number or amount to show that the price or quantity is surprisingly low or small.
This apple is only ten dollars.
EN: Use 'How many' followed by a plural noun to ask about the quantity or number of something.
How many books do you have?
EN: Use the modal verb 'can' followed by the base form of a verb to express ability or possibility.
I can play the piano.
EN: The word 'also' is an adverb used to add extra information. It usually goes before the main verb (like 'sells') but after the 'be' verb (am/is/are).
He also plays the piano.
EN: Using 'or' to connect numbers shows an approximate amount or choice between options.
I will stay in Taipei for three or four days.
EN: Use 'so' to connect two sentences when the second sentence is the result of the first one.
It is raining, so I need an umbrella.
EN: Use 'because' to connect two complete sentences when you want to explain the reason for something. The sentence after 'because' gives the reason.
I am happy because the weather is nice.
EN: Use 'How much is + singular noun?' to ask about the price of a single item.
How much is this blue pen?
EN: The phrase 'on sale' is used to describe items that are available for purchase at a reduced price (a discount).
These shoes are on sale today.
EN: In English-speaking countries, 'on sale' specifically means discounted, whereas 'for sale' simply means available to be bought.
EN: Use 'How many' followed by a plural countable noun to ask about the quantity of something.
How many apples do you want?
EN: Use 'need + [noun]' to talk about things that are necessary or required for you.
I need a pen for the test.
EN: Use 'How much' followed by an uncountable noun (like milk, water, money) to ask about the quantity of something we cannot count with numbers.
How much water do we need?
EN: To count liquids like milk or water, we use a container word (like 'bottles') followed by 'of' and the liquid name. The pattern is: [number] + [container] + of + [liquid].
She wants two cups of tea.
EN: Use 'How much are + plural noun/pronoun?' to ask about the price of multiple items. Use 'they' to refer back to the plural items.
How much are these apples? They are fifty dollars.
EN: Use the pattern '[Price] for [Quantity]' to state the price of a specific amount or package of items.
These apples are fifty dollars for three.
EN: Use 'How many' followed by a plural countable noun to ask about the quantity of something.
How many apples do you have?
EN: Use the pattern '[Something] is/are enough for [someone]' to show that the amount of something is sufficient for a group of people. Use 'are' when the subject is plural (like 'two boxes').
Three apples are enough for us.
Key vocabulary words with IPA pronunciation, definitions, example sentences, and interactive quizzes.
Phrases with type tags, bilingual definitions, usage notes, and example sentences.
available to buy at a lower price than usual
used to ask about the price of something
used to ask about the quantity of countable nouns