Stůl pro dva, prosím.
When to use
Say this to the host or server when you need seating for two people. It is a complete and natural restaurant request even though it does not contain a verb.
How it works
Czech commonly uses a short noun phrase as a service request when the intended action is obvious from the situation.
- Stůl: a table (masculine inanimate noun).
- pro dva: for two; `pro` (for) is a preposition that always takes the accusative case. `dva` is the masculine form of the numeral 'two', used here to refer to two people (dva lidé/lidi are implied).
- prosím: please; it softens the compact request.
Tone
The wording is neutral and standard with restaurant staff. `Prosím` keeps the otherwise brief request courteous rather than abrupt.
Notes
Use this concise, polite request when arriving at a restaurant without a table assignment.
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Related phrases
Děkuji, to stačí.
Thank you, that's enough.
Used to politely decline further food or drinks after ordering.
Můžu si objednat?
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Can I order?
A polite way to signal to the waiter that you are ready to place your order.
Můžu dostat jídelní lístek?
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Can I have the menu?
A polite request for the menu after being seated.
Máme rezervaci na jméno Novák.
We have a reservation under the name Novak.
Use this to confirm a reservation you've made.
Chtěl bych si objednat.
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I would like to order.
Use this phrase to signal to the waiter that you are ready to place your order.
Máte volný stůl?
Do you have a free table?
A polite way to ask if there are any available tables in a restaurant.