Coffee Break Spanish CBS 1.17 | Ordering food in a restaurant
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Mar 11, 2009 Learn essential Spanish phrases for dining out, from ordering food to handling waiting for a table. Explore the fun phrase 'hay que' and its everyday uses with a musical twist. Discover regional food variations and the importance of a phrasebook for effective communication. Get practical tips on polite expressions and questioning dish ingredients, enhancing your dining experience and conversational skills in Spanish. Dive into role-play scenarios for a more engaging language practice!
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Literal Meaning Of "Tengo Hambre"
- "Tengo hambre" literally means "I have hunger" in Spanish.
- Use it to say you are hungry and pair it with "tengo sed" to say you are thirsty.
Ask For A Table Formally
- Use the formal phrase "¿Tiene una mesa?" when asking for a table at a restaurant.
- Be ready to answer the follow-up question "¿Para cuántas personas?" with your party size.
Specify Party Size Clearly
- Ask "¿Para cuántas personas?" to confirm how many people the table is for.
- Reply with "Para cuatro" or "Para cuatro personas" to indicate four people.