Will you give me a discount?
mi fa U-no SKON-to
Asking for a small price reduction, especially when buying in quantity or near closing time.
Bargaining at Italian markets is acceptable but must be done with charm and lightness. It is more common in southern Italy and at end-of-day sales. Asking bluntly may offend, but asking with a smile is usually well received.
Me lo lascia a meno?
Will you let me have it for less?
Slightly more polite phrasing
Se ne prendo due chili, mi fa un prezzo migliore?
If I take two kilos, will you give me a better price?
Negotiating based on volume
È l'ultimo prezzo?
Is that the final price?
Implies you might walk away — stronger negotiating position
The phrase 'affare fatto' (deal done) is the traditional close of a market negotiation in Italy. In northern markets negotiating is less common than in the south, where it remains a lively social ritual.