A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "Do you have a smaller size" in Spanish
Ask for a smaller size in clothing or shoes with this common Spanish phrase.
¿Tienes una talla más pequeña?
tee-EH-nes OO-nah TAH-yah MAHS peh-KEH-nyahcasual
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When you're shopping for clothes or shoes and the item you like isn't the right fit. Use this when you want to see if a smaller size is available.
Alternatives
- ¿Tiene una talla más pequeña?Use this if you need to be more formal.
- ¿Hay una talla más chica?More common in Mexico and some other parts of Latin America.
Ways to get it wrong
Using 'pequeño' for size
'Talla' is the specific word for clothing or shoe size; 'pequeño' means small in general.
Confusing 'talla' and 'tamaño'
'Tamaño' refers to general size (like for a box), while 'talla' is specifically for clothing and shoes.
A small cultural note
In some places, 'chica' is used instead of 'pequeña' for clothing sizes, especially in Mexico.
Frequently asked
What if they don't have a smaller size?
You can ask if they have a larger size by saying '¿Tienes una talla más grande?' or simply '¿Tienes más grande?'
How do I ask for a specific size?
You can say '¿Tienes la talla [number]?' For example, '¿Tienes la talla 38?'
What's the difference between 'talla' and 'tamaño'?
'Talla' is used for clothing and shoe sizes, while 'tamaño' refers to the general size of objects like furniture or appliances.
