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Jun 2025
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187: Italian Restaurant Phrases Most Tou...

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_What Italian restaurant phrases will you actually hear in Italy? Learn what waiters really say, plus some cultural tips. _

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Today's Italian words:
Avete prenotato? = Have you booked?
Arrivo subito = I’ll be right with you
Prego, di qua = Please this way
Ecco il menu = Here’s the menu
Porto qualcosa da bere intanto? = Can I get you something to drink in the meantime?
Ambiente o fredda? = Room temperature or cold?
Volete ordinare? = Do you want to order?

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