Shopping for clothes vocabulary and phrases in English, including common items, questions, and expressions for a successful shopping experience.
Shopping for clothes is a common and practical activity that involves using specific vocabulary and phrases. This guide covers essential words for clothing items, sizes, colors, and helpful expressions to navigate fitting rooms, ask for assistance, and complete purchases with confidence.
Clothing Items
These are some of the most common clothing items you’ll encounter or ask for when shopping.
| English Singular | English Plural | Example Sentence | Example Sentence (Translated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| shirt | shirts | I’m looking for a blue shirt. | Estoy buscando una camisa azul. |
| pants | pants | These pants are too long for me. | Estos pantalones son demasiado largos para mí. |
| dress | dresses | She bought a new dress for the party. | Ella compró un vestido nuevo para la fiesta. |
| jacket | jackets | I need a warm jacket for winter. | Necesito una chaqueta abrigadora para el invierno. |
| skirt | skirts | That skirt looks very nice on you. | Esa falda te queda muy bien. |
| sweater | sweaters | I like this cozy sweater. | Me gusta este suéter cómodo. |
| shorts | shorts | He wears shorts in the summer. | Él usa shorts en el verano. |
| blouse | blouses | She prefers wearing blouses to work. | Ella prefiere usar blusas para trabajar. |
| coat | coats | The coat is on sale this season. | El abrigo está en oferta esta temporada. |
| t-shirt | t-shirts | He always wears a t-shirt and jeans. | Él siempre lleva camiseta y jeans. |
Sizes
Knowing how to talk about sizes is crucial when shopping for clothes.
| English Word | English Meaning | Example Sentence | Example Sentence (Translated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| small | Small size | Do you have this in small? | ¿Tienes esto en talla pequeña? |
| medium | Medium size | I usually wear a medium. | Normalmente uso talla mediana. |
| large | Large size | This shirt is too large for me. | Esta camisa es demasiado grande para mí. |
| extra-large (XL) | Extra-large size | Do you have this in XL? | ¿Tienen esto en XL? |
| size | Size (general) | What size do you wear? | ¿Qué talla usas? |
| fit | Fit (how clothes fit) | This dress has a tight fit. | Este vestido es ajustado. |
| try on | To test clothing | Can I try this on? | ¿Puedo probarme esto? |
| too small | Smaller than needed | These pants are too small. | Estos pantalones son muy pequeños. |
| too big | Larger than needed | The jacket is too big. | La chaqueta es demasiado grande. |
| just right | Perfect size | This shirt fits just right. | Esta camisa queda perfecta. |
La chaqueta es ___ para mí.
What does 'too big' mean?
too big
'Too big' means larger than needed.
Colors
Colors are important when specifying what you want.
| English Color | English Meaning | Example Sentence | Example Sentence (Translated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| red | Red color | I want a red dress. | Quiero un vestido rojo. |
| blue | Blue color | Do you have this shirt in blue? | ¿Tienen esta camisa en azul? |
| black | Black color | Black pants are very versatile. | Los pantalones negros son muy versátiles. |
| white | White color | She bought a white blouse. | Ella compró una blusa blanca. |
| green | Green color | He’s wearing a green jacket. | Él lleva una chaqueta verde. |
| yellow | Yellow color | The skirt is bright yellow. | La falda es de un amarillo brillante. |
| pink | Pink color | I don’t usually wear pink. | Normalmente no uso rosa. |
| gray | Gray color | Gray sweaters are very popular. | Los suéteres grises son muy populares. |
| brown | Brown color | Brown shoes match well with jeans. | Los zapatos marrones combinan bien con jeans. |
| navy | Dark blue | I have a navy coat. | Tengo un abrigo azul marino. |
Asking for Help
These are useful phrases to ask store employees for assistance.
| English Phrase | English Meaning | Example Sentence | Example Sentence (Translated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Can you help me? | Asking for assistance | Can you help me find a jacket? | ¿Puedes ayudarme a encontrar una chaqueta? |
| Where is...? | Asking location | Where is the fitting room? | ¿Dónde está el probador? |
| Do you have...? | Asking for availability | Do you have this in red? | ¿Tienen esto en rojo? |
| I’m looking for... | Stating what you want | I’m looking for a new pair of shoes. | Estoy buscando un par de zapatos nuevos. |
| What size do you have? | Asking about size options | What size do you have in this shirt? | ¿Qué tallas tienen de esta camisa? |
| Is this on sale? | Asking about discounts | Is this sweater on sale? | ¿Está este suéter en oferta? |
| Can I try this on? | Requesting to test clothing | Can I try this dress on? | ¿Puedo probarme este vestido? |
| Do you have this in another color? | Asking about color options | Do you have this shirt in another color? | ¿Tienen esta camisa en otro color? |
| How much is this? | Asking for price | How much is this jacket? | ¿Cuánto cuesta esta chaqueta? |
| Can I pay by card? | Asking about payment options | Can I pay by card? | ¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta? |
Checkout
These phrases are useful when you’re ready to pay and finish your shopping.
| English Phrase | English Meaning | Example Sentence | Example Sentence (Translated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| I’ll take it. | Deciding to buy | I’ll take the blue shirt. | Me quedo con la camisa azul. |
| Can I get a receipt? | Asking for proof of purchase | Can I get a receipt, please? | ¿Puedo obtener un recibo, por favor? |
| Do you offer gift wrapping? | Asking about gift services | Do you offer gift wrapping? | ¿Ofrecen envoltura para regalo? |
| Can I return this? | Asking about returns | Can I return this if it doesn’t fit? | ¿Puedo devolver esto si no me queda? |
| Thank you! | Expressing gratitude | Thank you for your help! | ¡Gracias por tu ayuda! |
| Have a nice day! | Polite farewell | Have a nice day! | ¡Que tenga un buen día! |
| That’s all, thanks. | Finishing the transaction | That’s all, thanks. | Eso es todo, gracias. |
| Can I get a bag? | Asking for packaging | Can I get a bag for this? | ¿Me puede dar una bolsa para esto? |
| Credit or debit? | Asking payment method | Credit or debit? | ¿Crédito o débito? |
| Your total is… | Stating final price | Your total is $45. | Su total es $45. |
Shopping for clothes in English is easier when you know the right words and phrases. Use this guide to boost your confidence and enjoy your next shopping trip!
___ the blue shirt.
How do you say 'Me quedo con esto' at the checkout?
I’ll take it.
'I’ll take it.' means you have decided to buy the item.
Flashcards (1 of 50)
- Example Sentence: I’m looking for a blue shirt.
- Example Sentence (Translated): Estoy buscando una camisa azul.
- English Singular: shirt
- English Plural: shirts
Last updated: Thu Jun 12, 2025
