Asking if They Have It

Do you have this?

Use only in very informal markets or with people you know well.

Do you have this?

Uses the plural 'you' to address the shop staff in general. Very common.

Excuse me, do you have this?

Uses the formal singular 'Lei'. Perfect for politely addressing a single shop assistant.

Do you have a different size?

Informal. You can swap 'diversa' with 'più grande' (bigger) or 'più piccola' (smaller).

Do you have a different size?

The standard way to ask any store clerk for another size.

Do you have another color?

You can also specify the color, like 'C'è in nero?' (Is it available in black?).

Is it still available?

Literally 'Is it still there?'. Great for asking about items that might be sold out.

Is it in the stockroom?

Useful to ask if they have more inventory in the back.

When does it arrive?

Italian uses the present tense here for future scheduled deliveries.

Where is the checkout?

Simple and direct. Just use 'Dov'è' + the item or place.

Excuse me, where do I find the shoes?

A softer, more polite way to ask for directions inside a store.