📘 Part of the Complete English Course · Elementary (A2), week 8
1. Learn the words
Press 🔊 to hear the word and the example. Say each one out loud.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| booking | a reservation | I have a booking for two. |
| table for four | a table for four people | Can we have a table for four? |
| waiter | a person who serves food | The waiter was very friendly. |
| starter | a small first dish | Let's share a starter. |
| main | the main dish | I'll have the fish for my main. |
| dessert | a sweet dish at the end | Are you having dessert? |
| bill | the paper showing what to pay | Can we have the bill, please? |
| split the bill | each person pays part | Let's split the bill. |
| tip | extra money for good service | Leaving a tip is optional in Australia. |
| takeaway | food you take with you | Can I get it as takeaway? |
| vegan | no animal products at all | Are there vegan options? |
| gluten-free | without gluten | Is the bread gluten-free? |
| allergy | a bad reaction to a food | I have a nut allergy. |
| specials | dishes not on the normal menu today | What are today's specials? |
| BYO | bring your own drinks | The restaurant is BYO. |
| cancel | say you won't come | I need to cancel my booking. |
2. Practise with flashcards
Read the meaning and type the missing word. Words you find hard come back sooner.
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3. Check yourself
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most useful English words for eating out and booking?
Start with these 16 words, including booking, table for four, waiter, starter. Each has a simple meaning, an example sentence and audio.
What's the best way to learn new English words?
Listen and say each word out loud, use the flashcards for a few minutes a day (hard words come back sooner), then write your own example sentence.
What level are these words?
They're Elementary (A2) words, from week 8 of the free Complete English Course.