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Italian Phrase

Quanto costano i bonifici internazionali?

/'kwanto 'kɔstano i boni'fitʃi internatsjo'nali/
Meaning"How much do international bank transfers cost?"
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Meaning

This phrase is used to inquire about the fees associated with sending money across borders through a bank. It's a direct and common way to ask for pricing information regarding international financial transactions.

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When to use

You would use this phrase when speaking with a bank teller, a financial advisor, or when researching banking services online or over the phone. It's essential when planning to send money abroad and needing to understand the total cost involved.

✦Grammar Breakdown

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1

Quanto

'Quanto' means 'how much' and is used for uncountable nouns or to ask about the price/cost of something. It agrees in gender and number when referring to countable nouns (e.g., 'quanti libri?').

2

Costano (costare)

'Costano' is the third-person plural form of the verb 'costare' (to cost). It agrees with the plural subject 'i bonifici'.

3

I (articolo determinativo)

'I' is the masculine plural definite article, meaning 'the'. It is used here because 'bonifici' is a masculine plural noun.

4

Bonifici (bonifico)

'Bonifici' is the plural form of 'bonifico,' meaning 'bank transfer' or 'wire transfer.' It's a masculine noun.

5

Internazionali (internazionale)

'Internazionali' is the plural form of the adjective 'internazionale' (international). Adjectives in Italian agree in number with the noun they modify.

🗨In Conversation

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Buongiorno, vorrei fare un bonifico internazionale.

Good morning, I'd like to make an international bank transfer.

Certo. Quanto costano i bonifici internazionali?

Of course. How much do international bank transfers cost?

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✕Common Mistakes

  • Quanto costa i bonifici internazionali?

    'Costa' is singular. 'Bonifici' is plural, so 'costano' (plural) is required to agree with the subject.

  • Quanti costano i bonifici internazionali?

    'Quanto' is used for 'how much' when referring to an uncountable quantity or the cost of something. 'Quanti' is for countable items.

  • Quanto costano le bonifici internazionali?

    'Bonifici' is masculine plural, so the masculine plural definite article 'i' is used, not 'le'.

↔Alternatives

  • Quali sono le commissioni per i bonifici internazionali?

    What are the commissions for international bank transfers?

  • Quanto si paga per un bonifico all'estero?

    How much do you pay for a transfer abroad?

  • Ci sono costi aggiuntivi per i trasferimenti internazionali?

    Are there additional costs for international transfers?

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Cultural Tip

In Italy, bank fees for international transfers can vary significantly between institutions and often depend on the destination country and the amount. It's common practice to inquire about all associated costs upfront, including exchange rates and any intermediary bank fees, as these can add up. Many Italians now use online services for lower fees.