Splitting the Bill with Friends: what to say in English
Suggesting to Split
Should we just split it evenly? Or does everyone want to pay for what they ordered?
Ask how to divide the bill.
I only had a salad, so it doesn't feel fair to split evenly. Can we just pay separately?
Express why you prefer separate bills.
Hey, don't worry about it. I'll cover yours. You can get me next time.
Offer to pay for a friend's meal.
Talking to the Waiter
Could we get the check, please? We'd like to split it three ways.
Request to split the bill three ways.
Can you put the appetizers on one bill and the rest on separate ones?
Ask to separate appetizers from the bill.
Using Mobile Payment
I'll just put it all on my card. You guys can Venmo me your share later.
Offer to pay and get reimbursed later.
I sent you the request. It's $23.50 including tip. Does that sound right?
Confirm the amount requested for payment.
No rush on paying me back. Whenever you get a chance is fine.
Tell friends there's no rush to pay back.
Key words
split the bill
divide the cost
cover
pay for someone
check / bill
payment receipt
Venmo
send money via Venmo
tip
extra money for service
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