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PhrasesAt the Clothing StorePosso fare il cambio?
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Posso fare il cambio?

Can I exchange it?

Pronunciation

'Cambio' — 'KAM-byo'. The 'io' at the end is a quick glide, one syllable.

When to use it

When returning with an item that didn't fit or was a gift. Always bring your receipt. Italian shops have the right to limit exchange windows.

What it means

'Fare il cambio' = to do an exchange. 'Posso' (can I) is the polite way to ask. Different from 'rimborso' (refund) — exchange is more commonly offered.

Variations

Vorrei fare il reso.

I'd like to make a return.

'Reso' specifically means return for refund

Posso cambiarlo con un'altra taglia?

Can I swap it for another size?

Specifying you want a size exchange

Ha la politica di reso?

What is your returns policy?

Ask about the shop's policy upfront

Mini Dialogue

Cliente: Buongiorno. Ho acquistato questa camicia ieri. Posso fare il cambio? Commessa: Ha lo scontrino? Cliente: Sì, eccolo. Commessa: Perfetto. Cosa vuole cambiare? Cliente: Vorrei una taglia più grande.

Customer: Good morning. I bought this shirt yesterday. Can I exchange it? Assistant: Do you have the receipt? Customer: Yes, here it is. Assistant: Perfect. What would you like to swap it for? Customer: I'd like a larger size.

Cultural Note

Italian shops are not legally obliged to accept returns unless the item is faulty. Most reputable shops offer exchanges as a courtesy, but always check the policy before buying, especially during sales.