how much was it vs How much is it?

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'How much was it?' is used when asking about the price of something in the past, while 'How much is it?' is used when asking about the current price of something.

Last updated: April 06, 2024 • 795 views

This phrase is correct when asking about the price of something in the past.

"how much was it"

This phrase is used to inquire about the price of something that was previously mentioned or known.

Examples:

I can't remember the cost of the meal we had last night. How much was it?
She told me the price of the dress, but I forgot. How much was it?

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That loan you wanted to buy a car, how much was it?
How much was it, Mel?
So how much was it per night?
So how much was it per night?
And... How much was it, Mel?
This stamp collection, how much was it worth exactly?
So how much was it per night?
About how much was it moving, do you think?
Interviewer: Just sideways. About how much was it moving, do you think?
This goblet he gave you, how much was it worth?
And yet if you offered me this version of my life or your payout, whatever it was... how much was it?
How much was it I take?
Well, how much was it?
How much was it?
How much was it?
How much was it?
How much was it in?
How much was it?
How much was it yesterday?
How much was it Frank?

Alternatives:

How much did it cost?
What was the price?
How much did it come to?
How much did you pay?
What was the cost?

This phrase is correct when asking about the current price of something.

"How much is it?"

This phrase is used to inquire about the current price of something, usually when shopping or inquiring about a service.

Examples:

I like that shirt. How much is it?
Can you tell me how much the tickets are?
How much is it to get in?
How much is it for a haircut?
How much is it for a night at the hotel?

Alternatives:

What is the price?
How much does it cost?
What is the cost?
What is the charge?
How much do I need to pay?

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