How to Say "low-cost" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “low-cost” is “barato” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Esta computadora es muy barata, solo cuesta 300 euros.
This computer is very cheap; it only costs 300 euros.
Compramos entradas baratas para el concierto de última hora.
We bought cheap, last-minute tickets for the concert.
Encontré una blusa barata en esa tienda.
I found an inexpensive blouse in that store.
Changing Forms
As an adjective, 'barato' must change its ending to match the thing it describes. Use 'barato' (masculine singular), 'barata' (feminine singular), 'baratos' (masculine plural), and 'baratas' (feminine plural).
Forgetting Gender Agreement
Mistake: “La casa es barato.”
Correction: La casa es barata. (Since 'casa' is feminine, the adjective must end in -a.)
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