Survival English for Eating Out 能“喂饱”你的英语
Eating is simple. Eating out isn’t…if you’re traveling in a foreign country, that is! But don’t panic– we won’t let you starve. Check out this list of important dining phrases that will surely helpyou ease those hunger pangs!
吃是很简单的。在饭馆就餐却不是... 如果你在一个陌生国度旅行，的确是不容易!但是不要害怕-我们不会让你挨饿。请看一看这份一定能帮助你解决饥饿问题的重要用餐短语列表!
就餐英语表达：【I’d like to make a reservation.】我想预定餐位。
For some restaurants, you’ll need to call in advance to secure a table. Be prepared to give the number of peoplein your group, the time you will arrive and your name. “I’d like to make a reservation for four at 8 p.m. for Peter.” The receptionist may ask for your phone number or about your smoking preference, so have this information ready.
在一些餐馆中，你需要事先订位。准备好告诉餐馆你们一共有多少人，你会到达的时间及你的名字。”I’d like to make a reservation for four at 8 p.m. for Kristi.”前台接待可能会问你的联系电话或
是你是否需要吸烟区，事先考虑好这些信息。
就餐英语表达：【Could you repeat that, please?】请再重复一下，好吗?
This phrase isn’t unique to eating out, but it’s very important. Restaurants can be loud. Waiters talk fast. If you don’t understand something, ask them, “Could you repeat that?” Of course, a simple, “Excuse me?” will also work. Don’t be afraid to use it often!
这个短语并不止用于在外用餐，但是却是非常之重要。餐厅可能很吵。服务生说话也可能很快。如果你没有听懂什么，就问他们，”Could you repeat that?”当然，简单说，”Excuse me?”也可以。别怕用的太多!
就餐英语表达：【We need another minute.】请稍等。
Use this phrase if the waiter approaches to take your order, but you’re not ready. You’ll hear, “Are you ready to order?”Respond with, “Not yet. We need another minute,” or “Can we have another minute?” Be aware that “a minute” in a busy restaurant usually means the waiter will return in five.
如果服务生请你点菜而你还没有决定的话你就可以使用这短语。你会听到，”Are you ready to order?”用”Not yet. We need another minute,”或是”Can we have another minute?”回答。注意”a minute”在一个繁忙的餐馆里通常意味着服务生会在五分钟后回来为你点菜。
就餐英语表达：【I’d like / I’ll have…】我要.....我需要.....
These are the two most important phrases! Use “I’d like…” or “I’ll have…” when ordering your food and drinks. For example, “I’d like the spaghetti and some tea,” or,“I’ll have a sandwich and a soft drink.” Pointing at the menu always works, too!
这是两句最重要的短语!使用”I’d like …”或是”I’ll have …” 在点菜或是点饮料的时候。例如， “I’d like the spaghetti and some tea,”或是”I’ll have a sandwich and a soft drink.”手指着菜单也总是能让人明白的!
就餐英语表达：【 This isn’t what I ordered.】我没点这个。
If the server brings you the wrong dish, say, “This isn’t what I ordered, I ordered…” and continue with the name of the dish you wanted. It doesn’t happen often, but when it does, make sure you do something about it.
如果服务生送错了菜，就说，”This isn’t what I ordered, I ordered …”接着说你点的菜。这并不常见，但是如果真的发生的话，注意要说些什么来纠正 。
就餐英语表达：【Check, please!】请买单!
Check, please! When you’re ready to go, catch the waiter’s attention and say, “Check, please!” for a short and simple end to your meal.
当你准备要走时， 捕捉到服务生的注意同时说， “Check, please!”作为你用餐短小而简单的结束语。
