Do you have fixed prices?
'Fissi' — FIS-si. Double 's'.
Ask at markets, antique fairs, or artisan stalls where prices are often negotiable. In regular shops, prices are always fixed — but in informal settings, this question opens the door to bargaining.
'Prezzi fissi' = fixed prices (the opposite of negotiable). Asking this diplomatically signals your interest in bargaining without being rude. If they say 'sì, prezzi fissi' — do not negotiate. If they say 'no, si può trattare' — you can make an offer.
Si può trattare?
Can we negotiate?
Direct invitation to bargain.
È il prezzo migliore?
Is this the best price?
Softer — implies you are hoping for better.
Mi fa uno sconto?
Will you give me a discount?
Direct request for a discount.
Bargaining in regular shops is not culturally appropriate in Italy. However, at antique markets ('mercatini dell'antiquariato'), street fairs, and market stalls, gentle negotiation is expected. The Porta Portese market in Rome and the Navigli antique market in Milan are famous for this.