TO GET THE BILL

Good morning,

Yesterday we explained an expression with the verb to treat with the meaning of paying for somebody else's drink or meal. Today's expression continues with this idea.

Today's expression is: to get the bill

Meaning: to ask for and pay for the bill. Here are some common phrases with this verb:

I'll get the bill.
Let me get the bill this time.
It's my turn to get the bill.
Whose turn is it to get the bill?

Example 1:
You treated me last time, so why don't you let me get the bill this time.

Example 2:
Don't tell Gregory that we're going out for drinks. He never gets the bill!

Example 3:
Angie: Whose turn is it to get the bill?
Francine: I think Melissa got it last time, so I'll get it today.

You can review more meanings of the word BILL and other restaurant expressions for paying in these past Daily Vitamins: BILL (22/03/2004), RESTAURANT ENGLISH - ASKING FOR THE BILL (13/07/2005).

Have a great day!