sconto
discount
The Italian word 'sconto' is used in the same way as the English word 'discount'. It refers to a reduction in the usual price of something for sale. For example, 'Ho ottenuto uno sconto del 20% sul mio acquisto.' translates to 'I got a 20% discount on my purchase.'
Example sentences using: sconto
Hai bisogno di uno sconto?
Do you need a discount?
This is a question often asked by shopkeepers when a customer is considering purchasing an item. In some cases, it may also be used by sales representatives to incentivize potential clients to formalize their purchase.
Non posso dare ulteriori sconti.
I can't give any more discounts.
In this sentence, the person is indicating that they cannot reduce the price of an item any further. This might be said by a shopkeeper or seller during price negotiations, indicating that they have reached the limit of how much they can lessen the price.
Con lo sconto applicato, il costo è molto più basso.
With the discount applied, the cost is much lower.
This sentence is typically used to point out the new price of an item after a discount has been applied, emphasizing the significant cut in the price.