Prix (en. Price)

/pʁi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Amount of money indicated to buy something.
The price of this dress is 50 euros.
Le prix de cette robe est de 50 euros.
Evaluation or reward given to a product or person.
She won a prize for her book.
Elle a gagné un prix pour son livre.
Cost of something in terms of money or value.
The price of bread has increased this year.
Le prix du pain a augmenté cette année.

Etymology

From the Latin 'pretium' meaning value or price.

Common Phrases and Expressions

at what price
For what amount or cost?
à quel prix
affordable price
A price that is reasonable and accessible.
prix abordable
wholesale price
Amount or rate applied for bulk purchases.
prix de gros

Related Words

rate
Price set for a service, especially a public service.
tarif
cost
Amount of money spent to produce or acquire something.
coût
value
Importance or usefulness of something that may incur a price.
valeur

Slang Meanings

Risk or stake related to a financial transaction.
The price to pay could be higher if you continue to neglect your studies.
Le prix à payer pourrait être plus élevé si tu continues à négliger tes études.
High cost or expensive.
This restaurant is really pricey, but the food is excellent.
Ce restaurant est vraiment un prix fort, mais la nourriture est excellente.