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Complimenting the food in English (advanced)
Advanced English for complimenting the food. Key line: “I have to say, this burger is dangerously good.”
Full script
Lin
I have to say, this burger is dangerously good.
Them
Haha, I'll take that. We try not to let people regret dessert.
Lin
Too late—I'm already eyeing the pie like it's personal.
Them
That's how it starts. First a bite, then you're plotting a second round.
Lin
Honestly, the seasoning is spot-on, and that's not me being dramatic.
Them
No, I believe you. People get weirdly emotional when the food hits.
Lin
Well, if I order pie, just pretend you never encouraged this.
Them
Deal—but when you ask for a fork, I'll bring two and act surprised.
Key phrases
The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.
I have to say
✓ I have to sayI have to say
Natural way to start a compliment
so good
✓ dangerously goodso good it's dangerous
Playful: very tempting
wanting it
✓ be eyeing somethingwanting something
Often for food or shopping
just right
✓ spot-onexactly right
For taste or a judgment
Quick answers
I have to say: what to say in English
Say “I have to say” — i have to say. Natural way to start a compliment.
so good: what to say in English
Say “dangerously good” — so good it's dangerous. Playful: very tempting.
wanting it: what to say in English
Say “be eyeing something” — wanting something. Often for food or shopping.
just right: what to say in English
Say “spot-on” — exactly right. For taste or a judgment.