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Ordering Sushi (Easy English Dialogue for Beginners)

If you want to learn how to order sushi, in English, then you’re in the right place. I’ll give you all the details you need to know about ordering sushi in this simple English dialogue.

Ordering Sushi Dialogue

Tammy is ordering some sushi.

Tammy: Hi, can I put in an order for 12:30, please?

Waiter: Sure, that’s for pick-up?

Tammy: Yes, please.

Waiter: What would you like?

Tammy: 1 combo A and 1 vegetarian combo. Waiter: Okay. Would you like miso soup with that?

Tammy: Is it included?

Waiter: Yes. Tammy: Sure, I’ll take two then.

Waiter: Okay, what’s your name and phone number?

Tammy: Tammy. 778-385-2821.

ordering sushi in English

How to order sushi in English

Sushi Dialogue Check your Understanding

  1. Is Tammy getting the sushi delivered?
  2. What is Tammy ordering?
  3. Does she have to pay extra for the soup?

Answers

  1. No, she’s picking it up.
  2. She’s getting two combos and two miso soups.
  3. No, she doesn’t.

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FAQs for Ordering Sushi

There are a number of common questions that people have related to how to order sushi, in English. Check out the answers to some of the most popular ones.

Here are some short questions and answers focused on vocabulary for ordering sushi:

Here are some short questions and answers focused on vocabulary for ordering sushi:

What does “nigiri” mean?

“Nigiri” is a type of sushi where a slice of fish is placed on top of a small ball of rice.

What is “sashimi”?

Sashimi refers to thinly sliced raw fish served without rice.

 

What does “maki” refer to?

Maki is sushi that is rolled with seaweed and rice, often with fish or vegetables inside.

What is “temaki”?

“Temaki” is hand-rolled sushi, shaped like a cone and filled with rice, fish, and vegetables.

What is “uni”?

Uni is the Japanese word for sea urchin, a delicacy often served as sushi.

What is “tempura”?

“Tempura” is a Japanese dish of battered and deep-fried seafood or vegetables, sometimes used in sushi rolls.

how to order sushi in English

How to order sushi in English

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