When you didn't catch the price
Listen to each side. Practise your reply.
You Eshtu Helidri? How much did you say?
Driver Hadu Aidhu Its 15
You Nanage Artha Agilla I didn't understand
You Swalpa Methuge Heli Please say it a bit slowly
Driver Ha-du-Ai-du Fif-teen
You Sari Okay
About this conversation
Need to say “How much did you say?” in Kannada? Here is the whole conversation with the driver — what you say and what you'll hear back — with clear audio for every line and easy Roman spelling, so you can handle it in person.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “How much did you say?” in Kannada?
“Eshtu Helidri?”. Tap the play button to hear it said clearly, then repeat it a few times out loud.
Will people in Bangalore understand these phrases?
Yes. These are everyday spoken phrases used across Bengaluru, written the way people actually say them. Even a little Kannada is appreciated and usually gets a warmer, more helpful response.
Do I need to read the Kannada script?
No. Every phrase is written in simple Roman letters so you can read it and say it right away — and each one has audio, slow and at normal speed.
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