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Welcome to this exciting lesson on dining out in Danish! Whether you're planning a trip to Denmark or simply want to impress your Danish friends, knowing how to navigate restaurant menus, order food, and express dietary preferences is essential. Dining is not just about eating; it's a cultural experience that can bring people together. This lesson will equip you with the necessary vocabulary and phrases to make your dining experiences enjoyable and stress-free.

In this lesson, we will cover the following topics:

• Key vocabulary related to dining out

• Common phrases for ordering, paying, and dietary preferences

• Practical exercises to enhance your learning

By the end of this lesson, you will feel confident navigating a restaurant setting in Denmark. Remember, practice makes perfect, so let's dive in!

Key Vocabulary Related to Dining Out

When you step into a restaurant in Denmark, you'll want to know some essential vocabulary to help you feel at ease. Below, you'll find a list of important terms and phrases that will be useful when dining out.

Restaurant Vocabulary

Danish	Pronunciation	English
restaurant	ˈʁestʁɔŋ	restaurant
menu	ˈmeːnyˀ	menu
bord	boʁd	table
bestille	bɛˈstilə	to order
tjener	ˈtʃeːnɐʁ	waiter/waitress
regning	ˈʁɑjniŋ	bill
drikkepenge	ˈdʁɛkəˌpɛŋə	tip
mad	mɛð	food
drikkevarer	ˈdʁegəˌvɑʁɐʁ	beverages
dessert	deˈsɛʁt	dessert

Now that you have a basic understanding of key restaurant vocabulary, it's time to move on to phrases that will come in handy during your dining experience.

Common Phrases for Ordering

When ordering food, it’s important to know how to express your preferences and make requests. Here are some common phrases you might use while dining out:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
Kan jeg få...?	kæn jæ fɔː	Can I have...?
Jeg vil gerne bestille...	jaɪ vɛl ˈgɛʁnə bɛˈstilə	I would like to order...
Hvad anbefaler du?	vɛd ˈanbɛˌfɛːlæʁ du	What do you recommend?
Er der vegetariske retter?	æʁ dɑʁ ˌveɡeˈtɑːʁiskə ˈʁɛtʁ	Are there vegetarian dishes?
Jeg er allergisk overfor nødder.	jaɪ æʁ æˈlɛʁɡisk ˈɔvɐʁfɔʁ ˈnœðɐʁ	I am allergic to nuts.
Kan jeg få regningen, tak?	kæn jæ fɔː ˈʁɑjniŋ, tɑk	Can I have the bill, please?
Må jeg få lidt mere vand?	mɔː jæ fɔː lɛd ˈmɛːʁə vɛn	May I have some more water?
Hvor meget koster det?	vɔʁ ˈmɑjð ˈkʌsdɐʁ	How much does it cost?
Jeg vil gerne have...	jaɪ vɛl ˈgɛʁnə hæv	I would like to have...
Kan jeg få det uden...?	kæn jæ fɔː de ˈuːðən	Can I have it without...?

Dietary Preferences and Restrictions

When dining out, it’s crucial to communicate any dietary preferences or restrictions. Here are some useful phrases to help you express your needs:

Danish	Pronunciation	English
Jeg er vegetar	jaɪ æʁ ˌveɡeˈtɑʁ	I am a vegetarian.
Jeg spiser ikke kød	jaɪ ˈspiːsɐ ˈiːɡə ˈkøð	I don't eat meat.
Jeg spiser ikke fisk	jaɪ ˈspiːsɐ ˈiːɡə ˈfisk	I don't eat fish.
Jeg kan ikke lide krydderier	jaɪ kæn ˈiːkə ˈliːðə ˈkʁyðəʁiɐʁ	I don't like spices.
Jeg har laktoseintolerance	jaɪ hɑːʁ laktoseˌintolaˈʁɑnə	I have lactose intolerance.
Jeg er glutenallergiker	jaɪ æʁ ˈɡluːtɛnˌalɛʁɡɪkɐʁ	I am gluten allergic.
Jeg spiser kun økologisk mad	jaɪ ˈspiːsɐ kʊn økoˈlɔːɡisk mɛð	I only eat organic food.
Er der veganske retter?	æʁ dɑʁ veˈɡanskə ˈʁɛtʁ	Are there vegan dishes?
Jeg vil gerne have en salat uden dressing	jaɪ vɛl ˈgɛʁnə hæv en saˈlɑːd ˈuːðən ˈdʁɛsɪŋ	I would like a salad without dressing.
Kan jeg få det med mindre sukker?	kæn jæ fɔː de mɛː ˈmɪndəʁ ˈsʊɡɐʁ	Can I have it with less sugar?

Practical Exercises

Now that you’ve learned the essential vocabulary and phrases for dining out, it’s time to put your knowledge into practice! Below are some exercises that will help reinforce what you've learned.

Exercise 1: Vocabulary Matching

Match the Danish vocabulary with its English translation.

Danish	English
1. restaurant	A. bill
2. bord	B. food
3. drikkevarer	C. waiter/waitress
4. regning	D. table
5. mad	E. beverages

Solution:

1-D, 2-D, 3-E, 4-A, 5-B

Exercise 2: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences with the appropriate word from the vocabulary you learned.

1. Jeg vil gerne bestille en _______ (food).

2. Kan jeg få _______ (bill), tak?

3. Hvad _______ (recommend) du?

4. Jeg er _______ (vegetarian).

5. Kan jeg få det uden _______ (spices)?

Solution:

1. mad

2. regning

3. anbefaler

4. vegetar

5. krydderier

Exercise 3: Role Play

Pair up with a partner and practice a dining scenario. One person should act as the waiter, and the other as the guest. Use at least five phrases from the vocabulary list.

Example Scenario:

• Guest: "Kan jeg få...?"

• Waiter: "Hvad anbefaler du?"

Exercise 4: Ordering a Meal

Using the vocabulary you learned, write a dialogue where you order a meal at a restaurant.

Example:

• Guest: "Hej, jeg vil gerne bestille en burger uden løg."

• Waiter: "Selvfølgelig! Vil du have noget at drikke?"

Exercise 5: Create Your Menu

Create a simple menu in Danish, including at least five food items and five beverages. Use the vocabulary from the lesson.

Example:

• Mad:

• Pizza

• Pasta

• Salat

• Burger

• Sandwich

• Drikkevarer:

• Vand

• Øl

• Vin

• Saft

• Kaffe

Exercise 6: True or False

Read the following statements and decide whether they are true or false based on the vocabulary learned.

1. "Regningen" means dessert. (False)

2. "Tjener" refers to the waiter. (True)

3. "Mad" means drinks. (False)

4. "Jeg kan ikke lide fisk" means I don't like fish. (True)

Exercise 7: Dietary Preferences

Write down your dietary preferences in Danish using phrases from the lesson.

Example:

"Jeg spiser ikke kød, og jeg kan ikke lide krydderier."

Exercise 8: Listening Practice

Listen to a recording of a restaurant scenario (if available) and write down the key phrases you hear.

Exercise 9: Group Discussion

In small groups, discuss your favorite Danish foods and how you would order them in a restaurant.

Exercise 10: Quiz Yourself

Create a short quiz for yourself or a partner using the vocabulary and phrases learned.

Example Questions:

1. How do you say “Can I have the bill, please?” in Danish?

2. What does “vegetar” mean?

By practicing these exercises, you'll reinforce your understanding and make your dining experiences in Denmark much more enjoyable!

Table of Contents - Danish Course - 0 to A1

• Course Presentation

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Introduction to Danish Alphabet and Pronunciation

• Danish Alphabet
• Pronunciation Basics

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Everyday Phrases and Greetings

• Greetings and Introductions
• Common Phrases

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Basic Sentence Structure and Word Order

• Subject-Verb-Object
• Questions and Negations

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Numbers, Dates, and Time

• Numbers 1-100
• Days, Months, and Seasons
• Telling Time

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Nouns and Articles

• Definite and Indefinite Articles
• Plurals and Possessives

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Family, Relationships, and Occupations

• Family Members
• Relationships
• Occupations

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Adjectives and Adverbs

• Adjective Forms and Agreement
• Comparatives and Superlatives
• Adverbs

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Food, Drinks, and Dining

• Food and Drinks
• Dining Out

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Verbs and Tenses

• Regular Verbs
• Irregular Verbs
• Modal Verbs

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Travel and Transportation

• Modes of Transportation
• Travel Vocabulary

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Danish Culture and Traditions

• Holidays and Celebrations
• Danish Customs and Etiquette

Sources

• Danish Vocabulary and Phrases for the Restaurant
• How To Talk About Food And Drink In Danish

Other Lessons

• Animals
• Transportation
• Food in Danish
• Education
• Things in Danish
• Health
• Everyday Life
• Count from 1 to 10
• Animal

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