Phrases to Say Costs in Business English

This lesson focuses on different areas of core Business English vocabulary. It relates to the various costs involved in running a business.

Use the sentences below and select the type of sentence that works for you.

1. It cost a fortune.
2. It cost me an arm and a leg.
3. Our terms of payment are as follows: quarterly/monthly payment.
4. Prices are subject to change without notice.
5. That's a bit on the dear side
6. That's a bit pricey.
7. That's a bit steep.
8. That's daylight robbery.
9. That's exorbitant
10. The goods come with a two-year guarantee.
11. The initial order is subject to a discount of 15%.
12. They must have seen you coming
13. Under separate cover you will receive a credit note for the sum of €1.000.
14. We are pleased to submit you a detailed quotation.
15. We can allow you a three months' credit.
16. We can make you a firm offer of ...
17. We have the pleasure in enclosing our most recent catalogue.
18. You paid a bit over the odds.
19. Your ordered goods are out of stock, but we can offer you a substitute.
20. You're paying through the nose
    

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