A Table for Two: Learn Polite English Through a Heartwarming Story

In this episode of Speak Easy English, Samantha and Jackson share a touching story called “A Table for Two: Finding Connection Through Polite English.”

The story follows Alex, a young traveler having dinner in a new city. He’s nervous, unsure of what to say, and trying his best to be polite in English. Through his dinner with an old friend, Mia, Alex learns that polite words — like “Excuse me”, “Please”, and “Can I have…” — do more than just sound nice. They help people connect.

You’ll learn how to:

Order food and drinks politely.

Ask questions naturally.

Handle mistakes in English without sounding rude.

Express empathy and kindness in conversation.

This story blends real emotion with practical language lessons. It’s perfect for learners who want to sound natural, confident, and polite in everyday situations.

In this episode of Speak Easy English, Samantha and Jackson share a sweet story called “A Table for Two.”

It’s about Alex, a traveler who feels nervous at dinner in a new city. He meets his old friend Mia, and together they learn how polite English can make people feel closer.

You’ll hear useful phrases like “Excuse me”, “Can I have…”, and “A table for two, please.”
You’ll also learn how to fix mistakes politely and how to show care with words like “That must be really hard.”

This story is great for anyone learning English for real-life use — friendly, natural, and full of emotion.

📚 Vocabulary and Meaning

A table for two, please – ask for a table for two people.
Excuse me – say this to get someone’s attention politely.
I’d like – use this to order something. Example: I’d like a coffee, please.
Can I have… – another way to ask for something politely.
Chef’s special – the special food made by the chef that day.
No worries – means “it’s okay.”
That must be really hard – use this when someone tells you something sad.
Can we have the bill, please? – ask for the check when you’re done eating.
Can I pay by card? – ask if you can use a credit or debit card.
Enjoy your meal – a polite way to wish someone a nice meal.

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