Have you ever wanted to ask for something at a restaurant, but weren’t sure of the best way to phrase it? In this episode, Andrew and Suzanne introduce a phrase that allows you to politely ask for anything at a restaurant. Look out for some useful pronunciation tips, as well!

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Fun facts

The world’s largest restaurant is located in Damascus, Syria. There are 6,014 available seats in this restaurant. That’s a lot of customers!

Expressions included in the study guide

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