Loading

Check vs Bill

Blog Image


When learning English, the difference between "check" and "bill" can be confusing because these words often seem to mean the same thing. In American English, "check" is commonly used in restaurants to refer to the piece of paper that shows what you owe for your meal. For example, after eating at a restaurant, you might ask the server, "Can I have the check, please?"



On the other hand, in British English, "bill" is used in the same context. So, in the UK, you would say, "Can I have the bill, please?"


Additionally, "bill" has a broader usage in both American and British English, referring to any statement of charges, like an electricity or phone bill. Meanwhile, "check" can also mean to examine something or to stop something. Understanding these nuances can enhance your English comprehension and help you communicate more effectively in different regions.




June, 2024

Posted by Darat Ajyal Sharurah

Want to learn english?

About Us


All Language Resources



IMPARARE L'INGLESE HA MOLTI VANTAGGI

Imparare l'inglese migliorerà le tue possibilità di trovare un lavoro migliore, guadagnare più soldi, viaggiare all'estero, studiare a livello internazionale e fare nuove amicizie internazionali
Inizia ad imparare la tua prima lezione di inglese entro 5 minuti!

130,000+
STUDENTI REGISTRATI
6
CERTIFICATI DI LINGUA
100%
TASSO DI SODDISFAZIONE

Great site to keep my english skills updated for work and travel. I am really enjoying the lessons!

Maria C
ar   Argentina

Loved the course. Abitlity to improve my grammar and spelling in a step by step method has really helped me. Thanks!

Andre T
fr   Francia