Is it rude to ask someone how much they paid for something?

Answer 1

yes, sometimes!! but if people dont care they will tell you

Answer 2

It's okay in certain situations and it depends how well you know the person and what product you're asking the price about. If you really need to know the price for something because you feel you want to purchase the same item then tell that person you're considering buying it and would like to know how much they paid for it. In many cases it can be rude and I could find it offensive sometimes if someone asked me how much I paid for my pants without clarifying why they asked.

Answer 3

Not if it is asking about a reasonable question, no. If you compliment someone on some nice shoes or a nice watch, and you make like you might want the same, it is okay to ask. If it is something simple like a videogame, it is very much okay to ask. You're just being a responsible consumer! But, I think it is rude to tell someone outright, what they paid for something - unless they are telling you about some sort of great buy one-get one free deal or something.

Answer 4

I think it depends upon the situation. If it is a gift, yes, it's extremely rude to ask. Now, if it's something that you might want to buy for yourself and you're shopping around, there's nothing wrong with that especially if you ask politely. I know my friends and I do that a lot when comparing household appliances, services, cars,etc. However, if it's not a close friend or a relative, I wouldn't ask.

Answer 5

It depends on your relationship with the person. Close friends shouldn't mind. But always give them an "out" be saying first "If you don't mind me asking..." That way they feel like they don't need to answer.

Normally, though, I think it is a little on the rude side and should not be asked of anybody but a close friend.

Answer 6

I'd say yes if it's just because you're nosy. But if you're thinking of buying something similar and would like to know what the going price of the item is, you could mention that and ask if theirs was expensive. You don't necessarily need to know the exact price, but a ballpark figure would do.

Answer 7

It is generally rude to be direct.
You could comment that you find a thing attractive, and let the owner decide how much information to share about its provenance.
If you want to get one for yourself, do your own research. If you are just curious, learn to live with frustrated curiousity.
There are very very few occasions when it is permissible to ask questions that are connected to money.

Answer 8

Yes. But if you know what it is just go on the internet and research the price like if its a certain TV go look at Best Buys website. If you really wanted to know you could get an estimate that way.

Answer 9

It is usually rude to come right out and ask. But you can always try and hint at what you are asking like, "Wow, that is a nice ____, I wonder how much those go for"

Answer 10

Yes, if they are giving it to you as a gift.

If you make the quesiton conditional, though, you should be okay. Such as, "If you don't mind my asking..." or "I've been wanting one of those for a long time, do you mind if I ask...."

If they got a bargain or paid an extravagant amount, most people will be glad to answer.

Answer 11

Generally, yes, it's rude.

But if you are admiring something someone is wearing, for example, you could say to them something like this:

"Wow, that's a beautiful top! I have a friend who would love one like that...Are they pricey?"

Then the other person can choose how much detail they want to offer. Either way, you've given them a compliment (make sure it's genuine!)

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