Signification
Asking for the tab.
Contexte culturel
In Athens, service is faster, but you still need to ask for the bill. It's common to leave a small tip (5-10%) even though service is included. In tourist areas, the bill might come with a 'kerasma' (free treat). Wait until you finish the treat before asking for the bill. In Cyprus, 'Meze' dining can last hours. Asking for the bill too early might signal you didn't enjoy the long meal. In Greek restaurants in the US or Australia, 'Πού είναι ο λογαριασμός;' is still used, but the 'bill fight' is often more intense as a way of maintaining heritage.
The Hand Gesture
In Greece, you can catch a waiter's eye and make a 'writing in the air' gesture while saying 'Πού είναι ο λογαριασμός;' to be extra clear.
Don't Shout
Greeks are loud, but shouting for the bill is considered 'vlachiko' (uncouth). A raised hand and a firm voice are enough.
Signification
Asking for the tab.
The Hand Gesture
In Greece, you can catch a waiter's eye and make a 'writing in the air' gesture while saying 'Πού είναι ο λογαριασμός;' to be extra clear.
Don't Shout
Greeks are loud, but shouting for the bill is considered 'vlachiko' (uncouth). A raised hand and a firm voice are enough.
Check the Items
Always check the 'logariasmos' before paying. It's common for an extra water or bread charge to be added (the 'couvert').
The 'Kerasma'
If the waiter brings free fruit or cake, wait until you've eaten it before asking for the bill. It's more polite!
Teste-toi
Choose the correct article for 'λογαριασμός'.
Πού είναι ___ λογαριασμός;
'Λογαριασμός' is a masculine noun in the nominative case.
Complete the phrase to ask for the bill politely.
Πού είναι ο λογαριασμός, ___________;
'Παρακαλώ' means 'please' and is the standard way to be polite.
Match the phrase to the correct situation.
You have finished your meal and the waiter is passing by.
You ask for the bill when you are ready to pay.
What would the waiter most likely say in response?
Learner: Πού είναι ο λογαριασμός; Waiter: _________
'Ορίστε' is used when handing something to someone.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Dining Vocabulary
The Bill
- • Λογαριασμός
- • Απόδειξη
- • Φιλοδώρημα
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesΠού είναι ___ λογαριασμός;
'Λογαριασμός' is a masculine noun in the nominative case.
Πού είναι ο λογαριασμός, ___________;
'Παρακαλώ' means 'please' and is the standard way to be polite.
You have finished your meal and the waiter is passing by.
You ask for the bill when you are ready to pay.
Learner: Πού είναι ο λογαριασμός; Waiter: _________
'Ορίστε' is used when handing something to someone.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
10 questionsNo, it is not rude. It is a standard way to ask. However, adding 'παρακαλώ' (please) makes it much friendlier.
Yes! 'Ο λογαριασμός του ρεύματος' is your electricity bill. The phrase works for any kind of bill.
You should say 'Χωριστά, παρακαλώ' (Separately, please) after asking for the bill.
In Greece, yes. Waiters rarely bring the bill unprompted because they don't want to rush you.
It is masculine (ο λογαριασμός).
The 'logariasmos' is the bill/invoice, while the 'apodeixi' is the official tax receipt.
You can say 'Υπάρχει ένα λάθος στον λογαριασμό' (There is a mistake in the bill).
Yes, in a very casual setting, just saying the word with a questioning intonation works.
It's a cultural tradition called 'philoxenia' where people show their love and status by treating their friends.
It's not mandatory but highly expected (around 10%) for good service.
Expressions liées
Τον λογαριασμό, παρακαλώ
similarThe bill, please
Πόσο κάνει;
similarHow much does it cost?
Κερασμένο
contrastIt's on the house
Κάνω τον λογαριασμό
builds onTo do the math / to calculate
Ανοιχτός λογαριασμός
specialized formOpen account / unfinished business
