Adding delivery instructions in English
What to say when ordering delivery and asking them to leave it at the door.
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Key phrases
The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.
Use this to order delivery.
delivery = brought to you; pickup = collect it yourself
Ask for no forks, spoons, etc.
utensils = forks, spoons, etc.; napkins = paper napkins
Use this for contact-free drop-off.
delivery instructions = note for the driver
Politely say not to ring.
ring the bell = use the doorbell / knock = knock on the door; light sleeper = wakes easily
Quick answers
On the phone: what to say in English
Say “I'd like to order for delivery.” — use this to order delivery. delivery = brought to you; pickup = collect it yourself.
Eco note: what to say in English
Say “No utensils, please.” — ask for no forks, spoons, etc. utensils = forks, spoons, etc.; napkins = paper napkins.
Common note: what to say in English
Say “Please leave it at the door.” — use this for contact-free drop-off. delivery instructions = note for the driver.
Someone is asleep: what to say in English
Say “Please don't ring the bell.” — politely say not to ring. ring the bell = use the doorbell / knock = knock on the door; light sleeper = wakes easily.