Practice Real-Life Conversations

When you begin to learn Romanian, one of the most practical topics you’ll explore is shopping. Whether you’re buying clothes at a mall, asking about your size, or trying on shoes, knowing the right expressions and vocabulary can make your experience smoother and more enjoyable. Early Romanian lessons often include this topic because it brings together real language, polite expressions, and everyday interactions.

Essential Vocabulary for Shopping in Romanian

Here are some of the core words and phrases you’ll need when shopping in Romania:

• magazin – store/shop

• bluză – blouse

• pantaloni – pants

• pantofi – shoes

• probă – fitting

• cabina de probă – fitting room

• preț – price

• mărime – size

• umbrelă – umbrella

• a cumpăra – to buy

• a proba – to try on

• a plăti – to pay

These words are used in authentic dialogues and are often combined with polite requests:

• Aș vrea o bluză albă. – I would like a white blouse.

• Pot să o probez? – Can I try it on?

Sizes and Measurements

Romanian clothing sizes are generally European:

• XS (36/38), S (38/40), M (42/44), L (46/48), XL (50/52)

To ask about sizes:

• Aveți măsura M? – Do you have size M?

• Ce mărime porți? – What size do you wear?

Realistic Shopping Dialogue

Students are introduced to sample conversations like this one:

Client: Bună ziua, aș vrea o bluză albă ca aceea din vitrină.
Vânzător: Ce mărime purtați?
Client: Măsura M. Pot să o probez?
Vânzător: Da, sigur. Cabina de probă este acolo.
Client: Mulțumesc. Cât costă bluza?
Vânzător: 50 de lei.
Client: O cumpăr. Mai vreau și acești pantofi negri, mărimea 38.

This style of dialogue helps learners practice complete sentences in polite and natural forms, with accurate grammar and pronunciation.

Verbs in Context: To Want, To Buy, To Try

Common verbs used in this lesson are:

• a vrea – to want (Eu vreau să cumpăr o geantă.)

• a cumpăra – to buy (El cumpără pantaloni.)

• a proba – to try on (Ea probează rochia.)

• a plăti – to pay (Noi plătim cu cardul.)

Conjugation in present tense is practiced for each person, allowing learners to describe their own actions and ask others about theirs.

Take the Next Step With Our Romanian Lessons

Shopping is one of the most common real-life situations you’ll face while living or traveling in Romania. Our Romanian lessons at Punto Iberica give you the tools and vocabulary to speak naturally, ask politely, and feel confident in stores, markets, and malls. Join us and discover how easy and fun it is to learn Romanian in real-life contexts!

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