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Useful phrase

“Room for milk?”

Staff ask whether you want space left in the cup for milk.

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Meaning

When to use it

You may hear it when you order a black coffee.

Examples

Natural examples

  • Barista: Any milk? / Student: No thanks, black. — Example
Replies

What someone may say back

  • No thanks, black. — Say no milk.
  • Yes, please. — Ask for room for milk.
Australian English

Usage note

They can leave space if you want to add milk.

Practice mission

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