Spanish Phrase
¿La propina está incluida?
Meaning
This question asks whether the tip (propina) has already been added to the total amount on the bill. It is a polite way to confirm if you need to leave an extra tip yourself.
When to use
Use this phrase at restaurants, cafés, or any service where a bill is presented and you are unsure whether the tip is already accounted for. It works both in casual and more formal settings.
✦Grammar Breakdown
¿Lapropinaestáincluida?
Definite article (La)
The feminine singular article 'la' agrees with the noun 'propina', which is feminine.
Noun (propina)
Propina means 'tip' (the extra money left for service).
Verb estar (está)
Use 'estar' for temporary states or conditions; here it asks about the current status of the tip.
Past participle as adjective (incluida)
The past participle 'incluido/a' works as an adjective and must agree in gender and number with the noun it modifies.
Question marks
Spanish uses an opening (¿) and closing (?) question mark for all interrogative sentences.
🗨In Conversation
¿La propina está incluida?
Is the tip included?
Sí, la propina está incluida en la cuenta.
Yes, the tip is included in the bill.
✕Common Mistakes
¿La propina es incluida?
Use 'está' (estar) for a temporary condition, not 'es' (ser).
¿La propina está incluido?
The adjective must match the feminine noun 'propina', so use 'incluida'.
¿Propina está incluida?
The article must precede the noun; never say 'propina está' without the article.
↔Alternatives
¿La propina ya está incluida?
Is the tip already included?
¿Incluyen la propina?
Do they include the tip?
¿La cuenta incluye la propina?
Does the bill include the tip?
Cultural Tip
In many Latin American countries the tip is not automatically added, but in Spain and some tourist‑heavy restaurants a 10‑15 % service charge (propina incluida) is common, especially for large groups. Always check the menu or ask the waiter to avoid double‑tipping. The tone of the question is neutral; adding "por favor" (please) makes it extra courteous.