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PhraseA2
Ich möchte bestellen.
/ɪç ˈmœçtə bəˈʃtɛlən/
I would like to order.
Usage Note
Use this to get the waiter's attention. In Germany, waiters typically do not come to your table unprompted — you need to signal or call them.
Example Sentences
Entschuldigung, ich möchte bestellen.
Excuse me, I would like to order.
Wir möchten bestellen, bitte.
We would like to order, please.