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Quanto costa un taglio?

How much does a haircut cost?

Pronunciation

Stress 'QUAN-to' and 'COS-ta'. Direct question, clear and simple.

When to use it

Ask this before sitting down or when considering a new salon. Prices vary widely between budget and premium salons in Italian cities.

What it means

'Quanto costa' = how much does it cost. 'Un taglio' = a haircut (masculine singular). You can ask about any service: 'la colorazione' (the colour treatment), 'le meches', 'lo shampoo e piega'.

Variations

Avete un listino prezzi?

Do you have a price list?

Asking to see full pricing.

Quanto costa la colorazione completa?

How much does a full colour cost?

For colour service.

Il taglio è incluso nella colorazione?

Is the cut included in the colour?

Checking what's bundled.

Mini Dialogue

— Quanto costa un taglio? — Dipende dalla lunghezza. Capelli corti trenta euro, capelli lunghi quarantacinque. — E shampoo e piega inclusi? — Sì, sempre.

— How much does a haircut cost? — It depends on the length. Short hair thirty euros, long hair forty-five. — And wash and blow-dry included? — Yes, always.

Cultural Note

Italian salon prices vary dramatically by region. In Milan and Rome, a basic women's cut can cost €40–€80. In southern Italy and smaller towns, the same service might cost €15–€25. Tipping ('mancia') is appreciated but not mandatory — €2–5 is typical.

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