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Spanish Phrase

¿Cuánto cuesta un depósito de garantía?

/ˈkwan.to ˈkwes.ta un deˈpo.si.to de ɣa.ranˈti.a/
Meaning"How much does a security deposit cost?"
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Meaning

This question asks for the price of a security deposit, typically the amount a tenant must pay before moving into a rental property or staying at a hotel. It focuses on the cost, not the purpose of the deposit.

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When to use

Use this phrase when you are negotiating a lease, checking into a hotel, or discussing any situation where a refundable security deposit is required. It works in both formal and informal settings.

✦Grammar Breakdown

¿Cuántocuestaundepósitodegarantía?

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¿Cuánto?

Interrogative adverb meaning 'how much', placed at the beginning of a question.

2

cuesta

Third‑person singular of the verb costar; used to ask the price of something.

3

un

Indefinite article meaning 'a' or 'one', used before masculine singular nouns.

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depósito de garantía

A set phrase meaning 'security deposit', commonly used in rental contexts.

🗨In Conversation

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¿Cuánto cuesta un depósito de garantía?

How much does a security deposit cost?

El depósito es de 800 euros, equivalente a un mes de alquiler.

The deposit is 800 euros, equivalent to one month’s rent.

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✕Common Mistakes

  • ¿Cuánto costo un depósito de garantía?

    ‘costo’ is a noun; the correct verb form to ask about price is ‘cuesta’.

  • ¿Cuánto cuesta el depósito de garantía?

    When you don’t know the exact amount, use the indefinite article ‘un’ instead of the definite ‘el’.

  • ¿Cuánto cuesta depósito de garantía?

    Missing the article ‘un’ makes the sentence sound incomplete.

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  • ¿Cuál es el precio del depósito de garantía?

    What is the price of the security deposit?

  • ¿Cuánto hay que pagar de depósito de garantía?

    How much do I have to pay for the security deposit?

  • ¿Qué monto se requiere como depósito de garantía?

    What amount is required as a security deposit?

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Cultural Tip

In many Spanish‑speaking countries the security deposit is usually one month's rent, but it can vary from half a month to two months depending on the landlord and the region. Always ask for a written receipt and clarify whether the deposit is fully refundable after the contract ends.