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Il prezzo non corrisponde a quello del menu.

The price doesn't match the menu.

Pronunciation

kor-ree-SPON-deh — four syllables, stress on third. 'corrisponde' = corresponds/matches.

When to use it

Use when billed more than the menu price for a dish or drink. This happens occasionally in tourist areas — politely pointing to the menu price is the appropriate response.

What it means

'Corrisponde a' = corresponds to / matches. This is a formal but clear way to flag a price discrepancy. Always politely reference the menu price rather than accusing — mistakes happen, and fraud requires legal language.

Variations

Sul menu c'era scritto otto euro.

The menu said eight euros.

Citing the specific menu price directly.

Questo piatto costava di meno sul menu.

This dish cost less on the menu.

Referencing the listed price.

Mi mostra il menu, per favore?

Can you show me the menu, please?

Asking to cross-reference the menu.

Mini Dialogue

Cliente: Il prezzo non corrisponde a quello del menu. Qui c'è scritto dodici euro per la pasta, ma nel conto ne vedo quindici. Cameriere: Mi scusi, controllo. Ah, è un errore di battitura nel conto. Ha ragione — sono dodici euro. Cliente: Grazie per la correzione. Cameriere: Chiedo scusa per l'inconveniente.

Client: The price doesn't match the menu. Here it says twelve euros for the pasta, but in the bill I see fifteen. Waiter: I'm sorry, let me check. Ah, it's a typing error in the bill. You're right — it's twelve euros. Client: Thank you for the correction. Waiter: I apologize for the inconvenience.

Cultural Note

Menu prices in Italy must match the billed prices by law. Presenting a lower price on the menu and charging more is illegal. If a discrepancy is not resolved, you have the right to pay the menu price and request a correction. Keep the menu until you've paid if you're concerned.