Could I have the bill?

Could I have the bill?
Check, please. & Could I have the bill? & Could I have the check?
Could you give me the check or the bill for this food or drink? •

When they both had finished their dessert and coffee, Tom said, “Check, please.”

Bill: That meal was really good. Waiter! Could I have the check, please. Waiter: Right away, sir.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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