Spanish Conversation · Level 64
76 words
Spanish word
descuento
Pronunciation
IPA/desˈkwento/
Meaning
- masculine noundiscount
Example
¿Hay descuento para estudiantes?
Is there a discount for students?
More examples
Antes de pagar, pregunta si te pueden aplicar descuento.
Before paying, ask if they can apply a discount for you.
Core concept
Price tag showing original price crossed out and a lower price with -10%.
Common phrases
aplicar descuento
apply a discount
descuento para estudiantes
student discount
descuento por pronto pago
early payment discount
Similar words
rebaja: Marked-down price for merchandise during sales or seasonal promotions.
cupón: Ticket or code redeemed at purchase to receive a price cut or extra perk.
promoción: Promotional effort that draws attention to a product through deals or publicity.
oferta: Designated special price or deal applicable to selected merchandise or a set period.
Definition in Spanish
Reducción del importe a pagar sobre el precio anunciado, aplicada como porcentaje o suma fija.
Word origin
From Spanish descontar (des- 'away' + contar 'to count'), it functions as a noun for the amount taken off a price.
Usage tips
- Descuento applies to targeted deductions such as student or coupon reductions, while rebaja refers to seasonal or storewide markdowns.