Must Haves, Must Dos 潮人潮语

Table manners 餐桌礼节

Chris: Right, Li, this is an important business dinner. Our client will be here soon.

Li: He's a bit late though, isn't he?

Chris: Yes, he said we could start eating without him.

Li: Well then, let's dig in! 开吃开吃! Mmm, burrito.

Chris: Li, I want you to make a good impression.

Li: Of course –when our client gets here I'll be polite and friendly. Chris: That's not what I'm worried about –your table manners are terrible!

Li: My table manners?

Chris: Table manners are the way someone behaves when they're sitting down to

eat. Look! You've already got your elbows on the table. Li: My elbows are on the table because it's more comfortable! Chris: Yes, but it's rude!

Li: OK fine. Is this better?

Chris: Good. Your elbows are fine, but you're slurping your drink! Li: Slurping my drink? 我喝饮料出声了吗？

Chris: Yes, just sip it slowly and silently.

Li: Sip it slowly and silently. 尽量不出声的小口喝。Like this? Chris: Yes, and don't eat with your fingers. Use a knife and fork.