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Asking for a window table in English (beginner)
Beginner English for asking for a window table. Key line: “Could we have a *window* *table*, please?”
Full script
Lin
Could we have a window table, please?
Them
Sure. We have one now.
Lin
Yes, please. My lunch needs sun too.
Them
I know. This way, please.
Lin
Oh, nice. The light is really good.
Them
Good for photos? Everyone asks that.
Lin
Yes. I look better by windows.
Them
Same here. Even water looks fancier.
Key phrases
The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.
window
✓ Could we have a window table, please?Polite way to ask for that seat
here, have = ask for
available
✓ We have one now.A table is available now.
here, one = one table
seating
✓ This way, please.Polite: follow me.
staff often say this
photos
✓ Good for photos?Ask if it works well for photos.
for can show a use
Quick answers
window: what to say in English
Say “Could we have a window table, please?” — polite way to ask for that seat. here, have = ask for.
available: what to say in English
Say “We have one now.” — a table is available now. here, one = one table.
seating: what to say in English
Say “This way, please.” — polite: follow me. staff often say this.
photos: what to say in English
Say “Good for photos?” — ask if it works well for photos. for can show a use.