cost
Translation
to have a price of, to require an amount of effort or loss
Examples
How much does this book cost?
How much does this book cost?
The mistake cost him his job.
The mistake cost him his job.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to have a price of (sth.) The ticket costs twenty dollars.
((sb.)) ((sth.)) to cause (sb.) to lose or sacrifice (sth.) The error cost him the game.
Similar Words
Synonyms: be priced at, sell for
Etymology
From Old French 'coster' (to cost), from Latin 'constare' (to stand together, stand at a price).
Memory Tips
Think of asking for the 'cost' of an item on the 'coast'.