Sharing the cost and the cleanup B1
The practical end of eating together — who pays for what and who clears up. Learn how to suggest going halves, knock back a quick drink and sort out the washing-up without any fuss.
go halves — split a cost equallyShall we split it down the middle? (polite)
Let's just go halves. (casual)
do the washing-up — wash the dishesWould you mind doing the washing-up? (polite)
Your turn to do the washing-up! (casual)
knock back B2 — drink something quicklyShe knocked back her coffee and dashed for the train.
Ordering lunch together
Priya: These portions are huge — shall we go halves on one big plate?
Ben: Good shout, saves money too. I'll go halves on a drink as well.
Priya: Perfect. Let me just knock back this water, I'm parched.
Ben: Steady on, you'll get hiccups drinking it that fast.
In the kitchen afterwards
Kate: You cooked, so I'll do the washing-up — fair's fair.
Rob: Cheers. Mind that pan, the sauce nearly boiled over earlier.
Kate: I can see — there's a crusty mess all round the hob.
Rob: Sorry. I'll give the hob a wipe once you've finished the washing-up.