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UK//æt wɒt kɒst//US//æt wɑt kɔst//

Meaning of At what cost

A phrase questioning the amount of money or sacrifice required for something.

In simple words: How much something will cost or the price you pay.

At what cost in a sentence

  • She wondered, at what cost would she achieve her dreams?
  • At what cost is happiness if it means sacrificing everything?
  • They bought the house but at what cost to their finances?
  • At what cost can we save the environment?
  • He agreed to work overtime, but at what cost to his health?

How to use At what cost

Often used to question the value or consequence of something. Suitable in discussions about expenses or sacrifices. Avoid in overly casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine asking in a store, 'At what cost is this?'. Think of an auction!

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Synonyms for At what cost

Common mistakes with At what cost

  • Using it without context, making it unclear.
  • Confusing with similar phrases like 'what a price'.

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What does At what cost mean?

How much something will cost or the price you pay.

What is the definition of At what cost?

A phrase questioning the amount of money or sacrifice required for something.

How do you use At what cost in a sentence?

She wondered, at what cost would she achieve her dreams?

Can you give another example of At what cost?

At what cost is happiness if it means sacrificing everything?

What are synonyms for At what cost?

Common alternatives include What’s the price?, How much?, At what price?.

What words go with At what cost?

It commonly pairs with at what cost, consider at what cost, at what cost to.

What are common mistakes when using At what cost?

Using it without context, making it unclear. Confusing with similar phrases like 'what a price'.

How do you pronounce At what cost?

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

When should I use At what cost?

Often used to question the value or consequence of something. Suitable in discussions about expenses or sacrifices. Avoid in overly casual contexts.