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In a Chinese restaurant, if you want to ask the waiter for the menu, which phrase would you use?
In a Chinese restaurant, if you want to ask the waiter for the menu, which phrase would you use?
- 请问,有什么好吃的?(Qǐngwèn, yǒu shénme hǎo chī de?)
- 你推荐什么?(Nǐ tuījiàn shénme?)
- 买单(măidān)
- 菜单 (càidān) (correct)
If you are ready to pay the bill in a Chinese restaurant, what would you say to the waiter?
If you are ready to pay the bill in a Chinese restaurant, what would you say to the waiter?
- 买单(măidān) (correct)
- 请问, 多少钱?(Qǐngwèn, duōshǎo qián?)
- 你好,我要一碗米饭。(Nǐ hǎo, wǒ yào yī wǎn mǐfàn.)
- 请问, 有什么好吃的?(Qǐngwèn, yǒu shénme hǎo chī de?)
What does '餐厅 (càntīng)' mean in English?
What does '餐厅 (càntīng)' mean in English?
- Restaurant (correct)
- Customer
- Waiter/Waitress
- Menu
If you want to order a bowl of rice, which of the following sentences is correct?
If you want to order a bowl of rice, which of the following sentences is correct?
Which of the following is NOT typically associated with '面子(miànzi)' in Chinese dining etiquette?
Which of the following is NOT typically associated with '面子(miànzi)' in Chinese dining etiquette?
If you want to ask 'What do you recommend?' in a Chinese restaurant, which sentence would you use?
If you want to ask 'What do you recommend?' in a Chinese restaurant, which sentence would you use?
Which of these is the correct measure word to use when ordering a cup of tea?
Which of these is the correct measure word to use when ordering a cup of tea?
What does '服务员 (fúwùyuán)' mean in English?
What does '服务员 (fúwùyuán)' mean in English?
Which of these is the correct way to ask 'Excuse me, how much is it?' in Chinese?
Which of these is the correct way to ask 'Excuse me, how much is it?' in Chinese?
What is the correct Chinese term for 'noodles'?
What is the correct Chinese term for 'noodles'?
Which of the following is the Chinese term for 'soup'?
Which of the following is the Chinese term for 'soup'?
What is the Chinese word for 'dumplings'?
What is the Chinese word for 'dumplings'?
Which of the following is the Chinese word for 'rice'?
Which of the following is the Chinese word for 'rice'?
If a waiter asks you 请问,有什么好吃的?(Qǐngwèn, yǒu shénme hǎo chī de?)
, what are they asking?
If a waiter asks you 请问,有什么好吃的?(Qǐngwèn, yǒu shénme hǎo chī de?)
, what are they asking?
In Chinese, what is the general measure word that can be used for most objects?
In Chinese, what is the general measure word that can be used for most objects?
What does 'kèren' mean in English?
What does 'kèren' mean in English?
Which of the following phrases is used to order food in Chinese?
Which of the following phrases is used to order food in Chinese?
In Chinese culture, what is emphasized in dining etiquette, besides chopsticks?
In Chinese culture, what is emphasized in dining etiquette, besides chopsticks?
If you want to order juice in a restaurant, what should you ask for?
If you want to order juice in a restaurant, what should you ask for?
What is the Chinese term for 'water'?
What is the Chinese term for 'water'?
What is 'jīròu'?
What is 'jīròu'?
What is 'shūcài'?
What is 'shūcài'?
Which aspect reflects the importance of 'face' (面子) in Chinese dining culture?
Which aspect reflects the importance of 'face' (面子) in Chinese dining culture?
Which of the following actions would be considered impolite in the context of Chinese dining etiquette and '面子'?
Which of the following actions would be considered impolite in the context of Chinese dining etiquette and '面子'?
You are at a Chinese restaurant and unsure what to order. Which of these questions would be most helpful to ask the waiter?
You are at a Chinese restaurant and unsure what to order. Which of these questions would be most helpful to ask the waiter?
How would you politely respond to a waiter who says 'Hǎo de, qǐng shāo děng' after you place your order?
How would you politely respond to a waiter who says 'Hǎo de, qǐng shāo děng' after you place your order?
When ordering in a Chinese restaurant, why is choosing the correct measure word important?
When ordering in a Chinese restaurant, why is choosing the correct measure word important?
What is the meaning of the Chinese phrase 'Diǎn Cān(点餐)'?
What is the meaning of the Chinese phrase 'Diǎn Cān(点餐)'?
Which of the following measure words is most appropriate for ordering a plate of dumplings (饺子) to share at the table?
Which of the following measure words is most appropriate for ordering a plate of dumplings (饺子) to share at the table?
What would be the most appropriate response to show '面子' if a host keeps offering you more food during a Chinese meal?
What would be the most appropriate response to show '面子' if a host keeps offering you more food during a Chinese meal?
Besides knowing basic phrases, what else is important to understand when ordering food and drinks at a restaurant in China?
Besides knowing basic phrases, what else is important to understand when ordering food and drinks at a restaurant in China?
What does the Chinese term 'càidān' refer to in a restaurant?
What does the Chinese term 'càidān' refer to in a restaurant?
What is the best way to show respect for elders (长辈) at the dining table in Chinese culture?
What is the best way to show respect for elders (长辈) at the dining table in Chinese culture?
Flashcards
餐厅 (cāntīng)
餐厅 (cāntīng)
A place where you can eat food.
菜单 (càidān)
菜单 (càidān)
A list of available dishes in a restaurant.
服务员 (fúwùyuán)
服务员 (fúwùyuán)
A person who serves customers in a restaurant.
客人 (kèren)
客人 (kèren)
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米饭 (mǐfàn)
米饭 (mǐfàn)
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面条 (miàntiáo)
面条 (miàntiáo)
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饺子 (jiǎozi)
饺子 (jiǎozi)
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汤 (tāng)
汤 (tāng)
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鸡肉 (jīròu)
鸡肉 (jīròu)
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牛肉 (niúròu)
牛肉 (niúròu)
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猪肉 (zhūròu)
猪肉 (zhūròu)
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蔬菜 (shūcài)
蔬菜 (shūcài)
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茶 (chá)
茶 (chá)
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咖啡 (kāfēi)
咖啡 (kāfēi)
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水 (shuǐ)
水 (shuǐ)
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果汁 (guǒzhī)
果汁 (guǒzhī)
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个 (gè)
个 (gè)
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杯 (bēi)
杯 (bēi)
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碗 (wǎn)
碗 (wǎn)
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我要... (Wǒ yào...)
我要... (Wǒ yào...)
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请问,有什么好吃的? (Qǐngwèn, yǒu shénme hǎo chī de?)
请问,有什么好吃的? (Qǐngwèn, yǒu shénme hǎo chī de?)
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你推荐什么? (Nǐ tuījiàn shénme?)
你推荐什么? (Nǐ tuījiàn shénme?)
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请问,多少钱? (Qǐngwèn, duōshǎo qián?)
请问,多少钱? (Qǐngwèn, duōshǎo qián?)
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买单 (mǎidān)
买单 (mǎidān)
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Politeness
Politeness
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Generosity
Generosity
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Modesty
Modesty
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Harmony
Harmony
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Study Notes
Lesson 4: Ordering Food & Drinks at a Restaurant
- The lesson focuses on the vocabulary and phrases needed to order food and drinks in a Chinese restaurant.
Basic Restaurant Vocabulary
- Restaurant: 餐厅 (cāntīng)
- Menu: 菜单 (càidān)
- Waiter/Waitress: 服务员 (fúwùyuán)
- Customer: 客人 (kèren)
- Rice: 米饭 (mǐfàn)
- Noodles: 面条 (miàntiáo)
- Dumplings: 饺子 (jiǎozi)
- Soup: 汤 (tāng)
- Chicken: 鸡肉 (jīròu)
- Beef: 牛肉 (niúròu)
- Pork: 猪肉 (zhūròu)
- Vegetables: 蔬菜 (shūcài)
- Tea: 茶 (chá)
- Coffee: 咖啡 (kāfēi)
- Water: 水 (shuǐ)
- Juice: 果汁 (guǒzhī)
Measure Words
- General measure word: 个 (gè)
- Cup/Glass: 杯 (bēi)
- Bowl: 碗 (wǎn)
Ordering Phrases
- I want…: 我要… (Wǒ yào...)
- Excuse me, what's good to eat?: 请问,有什么好吃的? (Qǐngwèn, yǒu shénme hǎo chī de?)
- What do you recommend?: 你推荐什么? (Nǐ tuījiàn shénme?)
Asking for the Bill
- Excuse me, how much is it?: 请问,多少钱? (Qǐngwèn, duōshǎo qián?)
- Check, please: 买单 (măidān)
Example Conversations
- "Hello, I want a bowl of rice.": 你好,我要一碗米饭. (Nǐ hǎo, wǒ yào yī wǎn mǐfàn.)
- "Okay, please wait a moment.": 好的,请稍等. (Hǎo de, qǐng shāo děng.)
- "Waiter/Waitress, check, please.": 服务员,买单. (Fúwùyuán, măidān.)
- "Okay.": 好的. (Hǎo de.)
Chinese Dining Etiquette
- Common etiquettes include using chopsticks, sharing dishes, respecting elders, and to not waste food.
"Face" (Miànzi)
- In dining this can be implied through politeness, generosity, modesty and maintaining harmony.
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