Meaning
A more informal way to wish someone enjoyment of their food.
Cultural Background
It is very common to say this to strangers in a restaurant when you pass their table. People often use 'Buen provecho' more frequently than 'Que aproveche'. It is polite to say it to everyone in the room when you finish your meal.
Regional variation
If you are in Mexico, 'Buen provecho' is safer.
Meaning
A more informal way to wish someone enjoyment of their food.
Regional variation
If you are in Mexico, 'Buen provecho' is safer.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct form.
When a waiter brings your food, he says: _____
The subjunctive 'aproveche' is the correct form for a third-person wish.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesWhen a waiter brings your food, he says: _____
The subjunctive 'aproveche' is the correct form for a third-person wish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is not strictly rude, but it is very polite to say it.
Related Phrases
Buen provecho
synonymGood appetite
