Spanish Phrase
Dice 'en stock'.
Meaning
Literally, 'It says "in stock".' The speaker is pointing out that a label, website, or advertisement displays the words ‘en stock’, meaning the product is available.
When to use
Use this sentence when you want to report what a sign, webpage, or catalog says about the availability of a product. It’s common in retail, e‑commerce, or inventory discussions.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Dice'enstock'
Dice
Third‑person singular present of the verb decir, meaning 'he/she says' or 'it says' when referring to a sign or label.
En stock
A loan phrase from English, used in Spanish retail to indicate that an item is available; it functions as an adjective phrase.
Quotation marks
In Spanish, single quotes are used here to show the exact wording that appears on a sign or in a document.
🗨In Conversation
¿Tienes la chaqueta azul?
Do you have the blue jacket?
Sí, dice 'en stock'.
Yes, it says 'in stock'.
✕Common Mistakes
Dice en stock.
Missing quotation marks can change the meaning to ‘He says it is in stock’ instead of quoting the exact wording.
Dice que en stock.
The verb ‘decir’ needs a direct quote or a clause introduced by ‘que’; the correct form is ‘Dice que está en stock’ or ‘Dice “en stock”.’
↔Alternatives
Está en stock.
It is in stock.
Hay existencias.
There are units available.
Disponible.
Available.
Cultural Tip
‘En stock’ is an English loanword that has become common in Latin American and Spanish retail jargon, especially online. In more formal or traditional contexts you might hear ‘en existencia’, ‘disponible’ or ‘con existencias’. Be aware that the phrase is informal and best used in everyday conversation or when quoting a sign.