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Quando arriva il nuovo stock?

When does the new stock arrive?

Pronunciation

'Stock' is an Anglicism — said as in English: 'STOK'. 'Arriva' — 'ar-RI-va', stress on second syllable.

When to use it

When you like something but your size or colour isn't available. Italian shops rotate stock seasonally and can often tell you delivery dates.

What it means

'Arriva' from 'arrivare' (to arrive). 'Il nuovo stock' — 'stock' (Anglicism) is used in Italian retail. Also used: 'nuova collezione', 'nuovi arrivi', 'rifornimento'.

Variations

Quando arriva la nuova collezione?

When does the new collection arrive?

More Italian — referring to seasonal collections

Potete ordinarla per me?

Can you order it for me?

Asking them to place a specific order

Potete avvisarmi quando arriva?

Can you let me know when it arrives?

Asking to be notified

Mini Dialogue

Cliente: Non c'è la mia taglia. Quando arriva il nuovo stock? Commessa: Aspettiamo una consegna giovedì prossimo. Le lascio il suo numero? Cliente: Sì, grazie. Ecco il mio cellulare. Commessa: La chiamo appena arriva.

Customer: My size isn't here. When does the new stock arrive? Assistant: We're expecting a delivery next Thursday. Shall I take your number? Customer: Yes, thank you. Here's my mobile. Assistant: I'll call you as soon as it arrives.

Cultural Note

Italian boutiques often maintain personal contact with regular customers — calling them when new items arrive is standard practice. This level of personalised service is a hallmark of traditional Italian retail culture.