Asking how much to tip in English
What to say when asking if the tip is included and how much to leave.
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Key phrases
The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.
ask what tip is appropriate
In U.S. restaurants, often 18%–20%; 15% if service is only okay
ask if the tip is already on the bill
gratuity also means tip; you may see it on the bill
ask if there is a service charge
service charge = service fee
say they don’t need to give change back
change = money returned
Quick answers
Ask a local friend: what to say in English
Say “How much should I tip?” — ask what tip is appropriate. In U.S. restaurants, often 18%–20%; 15% if service is only okay.
Check the bill first: what to say in English
Say “Is the tip included?” — ask if the tip is already on the bill. gratuity also means tip; you may see it on the bill.
If yes, no extra tip: what to say in English
Say “Is there a service charge?” — ask if there is a service charge. service charge = service fee.
When paying cash: what to say in English
Say “Keep the change.” — say they don’t need to give change back. change = money returned.