small change / coins
spiccioli
SPEE-choh-lee
Spiccioli refers specifically to small coins. 'Non ho spiccioli' (I don't have change) is a very common phrase, especially when someone pays with large banknotes.
Hai degli spiccioli per il parchimetro?
Do you have some coins for the parking meter?
Ho solo spiccioli nel portafoglio.
I only have small change in my wallet.