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How to Say "Do you have this in stock" in Spanish

Learn how to ask 'do you have this in stock' in Spanish with pronunciation, examples, and cultural tips for shopping.

By PronunciationHub Editors · Reviewed 2026-05-21 · Neutral register

¿Tiene esto en existencia?

tee-EH-neh EHS-toh ehn ehk-sees-TEHN-syahneutral

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Use this phrase when you are holding an item or pointing to a picture and want to know if the store has more available in their inventory. It is perfect for retail environments like clothing stores, electronics shops, or supermarkets. It sounds natural whether you are asking a floor associate or a cashier.

Alternatives

¿Tienen esto en stock?better if you want a more casual, modern option since 'stock' is widely understood in Latin America
¿Le queda de este?better when asking if they have any more left of a specific item on display
¿Hay disponible?better for a quick, concise inquiry about general availability

Ways to get it wrong

Using 'en soporte'

English speakers confuse 'in stock' with support, but 'soporte' means physical or technical support, not inventory.

Translating literally as 'en acción'

This sounds like you want to know if the item is in a movie scene; stick to 'existencia' or 'disponible' for inventory.

A small cultural note

While 'en existencia' is the safest neutral option across Latin America, the English word 'stock' is heavily integrated into retail culture, so don't be surprised if a clerk uses it back to you.

Frequently asked

how do you ask if they have a different size in spanish

You can say '¿Tiene este en otra talla?' to ask for a different clothing size. If you are shopping for shoes, swap out 'talla' for 'número'.

what is the difference between existencia and inventario

'Existencia' refers to the actual items currently available for sale on hand. 'Inventario' is the broader corporate term for the stock list or the act of counting products.

how to ask a store clerk for help in spanish

Simply catch their attention with a polite 'Disculpe, ¿me puede ayudar?'. From there, you can point to your item and ask if it is in stock.