Asking for a Different Size
A customer needs a smaller or larger size of a clothing item they are trying on and asks the sales associate for assistance.
Dialogue8
Excuse me, I'm trying on this blue dress, and it's a bit too tight. Do you have it in a larger size, perhaps a size 8?
Certainly! Let me check for you. Which size are you currently trying on?
It's a size 6.
Okay, so you're looking for a size 8. Just a moment, I'll see if we have it in stock in blue.
Thank you! I really like the style, but it's just not quite right around the shoulders.
I understand. Ah, yes, we do have a size 8 in blue. I'll grab it for you. Your changing room is number three, correct?
That's right. Thanks so much!
You're welcome. I'll be right back.
Vocabulary6
- excuse me
A polite phrase used to get someone's attention, especially in a store or public place when you need help.
- trying on
The action of putting on clothes in a store to see if they fit or look good before buying.
- too tight
Describes clothing that feels uncomfortable because it is smaller than your body size; opposite of 'too loose'.
- larger size
A bigger version of a clothing item, like moving from size 6 to size 8 for a better fit.
- in stock
Means the item is available to buy right now in the store; if not in stock, you may need to order it.
- changing room
A private area in a store where customers can try on clothes; also called a fitting room.
Key Sentences6
- 1
Excuse me, I'm trying on this blue dress, and it's a bit too tight. Do you have it in a larger size, perhaps a size 8?
This sentence politely asks for help with sizing. 'A bit too tight' means slightly uncomfortable, and 'perhaps' softens the request. Useful for describing fit issues in stores; note the question structure with 'Do you have...?'
- 2
Certainly! Let me check for you.
A helpful response from a salesperson. 'Certainly' means 'yes, of course,' and 'let me check' offers to verify availability. This shows polite service; use it when assisting customers.
- 3
It's a size 6.
A simple statement giving the current size. Short and direct; useful for clarifying details quickly in conversations about clothing sizes.
- 4
Okay, so you're looking for a size 8. Just a moment, I'll see if we have it in stock in blue.
This confirms the request and promises to check. 'Just a moment' means 'wait a second'; 'in stock' refers to availability. Good for summarizing and reassuring the customer.
- 5
Thank you! I really like the style, but it's just not quite right around the shoulders.
Expresses gratitude and gives specific feedback. 'Not quite right' means almost good but not perfect; useful for explaining why something doesn't fit well, focusing on parts like 'shoulders'.
- 6
Your changing room is number three, correct?
A confirmation question using 'correct?' to check information. This ensures accuracy; use rising intonation for yes/no questions in service situations.