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How to Say "prices" in Spanish

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precios

PREH-see-ohs (or PREH-thee-ohs in Spain)/ˈpɾe.θjos/

nounA1general
Use 'precios' when referring to the general cost of goods, services, or admission, such as in shops, restaurants, or for events.
A simple illustration showing a bright red apple resting on a wooden surface next to a short, neat stack of gold coins, symbolizing the cost or price of the item.

Examples

Los precios en el supermercado están muy altos este mes.

The prices at the supermarket are very high this month.

¿Puedes comparar los precios de estos dos ordenadores?

Can you compare the prices of these two computers?

La caída de los precios del petróleo afectó la economía global.

The fall in oil prices affected the global economy.

Masculine Plural

Since 'precio' is a masculine word, its plural form 'precios' always uses masculine articles like 'los' (the) or 'unos' (some).

Always Plural

When talking about the cost of many different items, you almost always use the plural 'precios', not the singular 'precio'.

Using the Feminine Article

Mistake: “Las precios son altos.”

Correction: Los precios son altos. Remember that 'precio' is a masculine word, so you must use 'los'.

valores

vah-LOH-rehs/baˈlo.ɾes/

nounB1formal/technical
Use 'valores' when referring to the numerical cost or worth of something, often in a more formal, financial, or technical setting like a report or a price list.
A high quality simple colorful storybook illustration showing three distinct stacks of stylized, generic golden coins arranged side-by-side, each stack having a noticeably different height, representing varying monetary amounts.

Examples

Necesitamos revisar los valores de la tabla antes de la reunión.

We need to review the values in the table before the meeting.

Los valores de las casas han aumentado en esta zona.

The prices (or values) of the houses have increased in this area.

General Plural of Worth

This meaning is the simple plural of 'valor' when it means 'worth,' 'price,' or 'numerical amount.' It is used just like the plural 'values' in English.

Precios vs. Valores

The most common mistake is using 'valores' when you simply mean the cost of everyday items. Remember, 'precios' is for general shopping and services, while 'valores' is typically for specific numerical data points or financial assessments.

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