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Cost around

🇬🇧 UK //kɒst əˈraʊnd// 🇺🇸 US //kɔst əˈraʊnd//

Meaning of Cost around

To estimate the price of something.

In simple words: The price of something is approximately this amount.

Cost around in a sentence

• This bicycle costs around $200.

How to use Cost around

Use 'cost around' when discussing price estimates. Suitable for everyday conversations but avoid in very formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

cost + around + amount

Memory hint

Imagine a round price tag with a sticker saying 'around'.

Top Gear › S1 E1

and both cost around £12,000.

Related words

Collocations with Cost around

• cost around $100
• cost around 10 dollars
• cost around the same

Synonyms for Cost around

• cost approximately
• priced at about
• around the price of

Common mistakes with Cost around

• Using 'cost around' with exact prices instead of estimates
• Confusing with 'cost about' which has a similar meaning
• Not using 'around' for approximations

Frequently asked questions about "Cost around"

What does "Cost around" mean?

The price of something is approximately this amount.

What is the definition of "Cost around"?

To estimate the price of something.

How do you use "Cost around" in a sentence?

This bicycle costs around $200.

What are synonyms for "Cost around"?

Common alternatives include cost approximately, priced at about, around the price of.

What words go with "Cost around"?

It commonly pairs with cost around $100, cost around 10 dollars, cost around the same.

What are common mistakes when using "Cost around"?

Using 'cost around' with exact prices instead of estimates Confusing with 'cost about' which has a similar meaning Not using 'around' for approximations

How do you pronounce "Cost around"?

US: //kɔst əˈraʊnd//, UK: //kɒst əˈraʊnd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "Cost around"?

Use 'cost around' when discussing price estimates. Suitable for everyday conversations but avoid in very formal contexts.