kuda
In Balinese, kuda is the way to say "how much" when asking for a cost or price.
kuda is a determiner used to inquire about the price of an item. You can combine it with other words to form questions, such as using Apa (what) and Harga (price) to ask about the cost.
Meaning: what is the cost/price? (det)
Did you know?
- In Balinese, the word for 'how much' is identical to the word for a 'horse', which might lead to confusion in written text if context is not clear.
- Asking kuda often triggers a 'price game' where the seller quotes a high price specifically for tourists, expecting the buyer to counter-offer immediately.
- The Balinese word for 'price', harga, is borrowed from Sanskrit, reflecting the deep influence of ancient Indian culture on the island's language.
Examples in context
- Kuda ajine nasi bungkus niki?How much is the price of this rice wrap?
Example conversation
Two women are shopping at a local market.
- PutuKuda hargane buah ene?How much is this fruit?
- PutuSepuluh ribu rupiah.Ten thousand rupiah.
- PutuKuda hargane yen tumbas telu?How much is it if I buy three?
- PutuDuang puluh lima ribu rupiah.Twenty-five thousand rupiah.
