Ways to say it
| French | IPA |
|---|---|
| abordable | /a.bɔʁ.dabl/ |
| à un prix abordable | |
| pas trop cher |
The primary way to express that something is able to be afforded is by using the adjective abordable. You may also use the phrase à un prix abordable to specifically indicate that something is at an affordable price.
Which one should you use?
While abordable is the standard adjective, you can use the phrase pas trop cher in casual speech to mean 'not too expensive'. The phrase pas cher is an informal way to say something is not expensive or cheap.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
In formal discussions, the term Économique can also be used to carry the sense of affordability. In casual conversation, people often use pas trop cher instead of the more formal abordable to express that something is affordable.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective abordable is invariable in gender, meaning it stays the same whether describing a masculine or feminine noun. To make 'abordable' plural, you simply add an 's' to the end.
How do you pronounce it?
/a.bɔʁ.dabl/. The word has 3 syllables.
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Examples in context
- Nous voulons le rendre abordable.We want to make it affordable.This sentence uses abordable to express the desire to make something affordable.Tatoeba #7811280 by Aiji, translation #5534529 by CK
- Il y a un besoin urgent de logement abordable.There is an urgent need for affordable housing.This sentence uses abordable to describe the need for affordable housing.Tatoeba #1389866 by sacredceltic, translation #903687 by CK
- Je veux juste un endroit abordable pour y vivre.I just want an affordable place to live.This sentence uses abordable to describe a place to live.Tatoeba #2026985 by sacredceltic, translation #2026559 by CK
- Je vous propose des produits de qualité, à des prix abordables.I am offering you quality products at affordable prices.
- Notre entreprise offre des services économiques et compétitifs.Our company provides affordable and competitive services.
- Nos solutions technologiques sont accessibles à tous les budgets.Our technological solutions are affordable for all budgets.
- Les billets pour le concert étaient vraiment pas chers !The tickets for the concert were really affordable!
- J'ai trouvé cette robe à bon prix dans un magasin de seconde main.I found this dress at a good price in a thrift store.
- Cet endroit propose des repas délicieux à la portée de tous.This place offers delicious meals that are affordable for everyone.
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Example conversation
Hugo and Léa are shopping for a new laptop.
- HugoCe modèle est-il abordable ?Is this model affordable?
- LéaOui, il est tout à fait abordable.Yes, it is quite affordable.
- HugoParfait, c'est ce qu'il nous faut.Perfect, that's what we need.
- LéaJe vais l'acheter pour toi.I will buy it for you.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “affordable” translations and entries abordable, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries abordable, cher, pas, prix, trop, un, à, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
