What do you recommend?
Recommendation request
Use this phrase whenever you want the best choice without doing the research yourself.
Em 15 segundos
- A polite way to ask for someone's expert opinion or advice.
- Works perfectly in restaurants, shops, and when traveling to new places.
- Shows you trust the other person's taste and local knowledge.
Significado
You use this phrase to ask someone for their opinion or advice. It is the perfect way to find out what is good, tasty, or useful in a new place.
Exemplos-chave
3 de 6At a coffee shop
I can't decide! What do you recommend?
I can't decide! What do you recommend?
In a formal business lunch
The menu looks excellent; what do you recommend, Mr. Smith?
The menu looks excellent; what do you recommend, Mr. Smith?
Texting a friend about a movie
I'm bored tonight. What do you recommend on Netflix?
I'm bored tonight. What do you recommend on Netflix?
Contexto cultural
In many Western countries, service workers like baristas or waiters take pride in their 'staff picks.' Asking this phrase often leads to getting the freshest food or a hidden gem not on the main display. It reflects a culture that values personal opinion and individual taste over strict protocol.
Be Specific
If you have an allergy or a preference, add it! Try: `What do you recommend that is vegetarian?` It helps people give better advice.
The 'Ignore' Trap
If you ask for a recommendation and then pick the opposite, explain why with a smile. It keeps the vibe friendly!
Em 15 segundos
- A polite way to ask for someone's expert opinion or advice.
- Works perfectly in restaurants, shops, and when traveling to new places.
- Shows you trust the other person's taste and local knowledge.
What It Means
This phrase is your ultimate tool for discovery. It simply asks another person to share their best choice with you. You are saying, "I trust your taste, so tell me what to pick."
How To Use It
You can use it exactly as it is. It is a complete sentence. Just point to a menu or a shelf and ask. You can also add a topic at the end. Try saying, What do you recommend for dinner? or What do you recommend in this city? It is very flexible and easy to remember.
When To Use It
Use it when you feel overwhelmed by choices. It is perfect at a restaurant with a massive menu. Use it at a bookstore when you need a new hobby. Use it when talking to a local about travel spots. It makes the other person feel like an expert. People love sharing their favorite things with others!
When NOT To Use It
Avoid using it for very serious life decisions. Do not ask a stranger, What do you recommend for my marriage? That is a bit too much for a coffee shop chat! Also, do not use it if you already know exactly what you want. It might annoy a busy waiter if you ask for a suggestion and then ignore it completely.
Cultural Background
In English-speaking cultures, asking for a recommendation is a great icebreaker. It shows you are open-minded and friendly. In the US and UK, service staff are often trained to have a favorite item ready. They expect this question! It is a sign of a polite and engaged customer. It turns a transaction into a small social moment.
Common Variations
If you want to sound more casual, try What's good here? For a slightly more formal vibe, use What would you suggest? If you are in a rush, you can just ask Any recommendations? Each one does the same job but changes the flavor of the conversation.
Notas de uso
This phrase is safe to use in almost any situation. It sits right in the middle of the formality scale, making it perfect for both a fancy dinner and a casual walk with a friend.
Be Specific
If you have an allergy or a preference, add it! Try: `What do you recommend that is vegetarian?` It helps people give better advice.
The 'Ignore' Trap
If you ask for a recommendation and then pick the opposite, explain why with a smile. It keeps the vibe friendly!
The 'Chef's Choice'
In many US restaurants, if you ask this, the waiter might tell you what the chef personally eats. This is usually the best food in the house!
Exemplos
6I can't decide! What do you recommend?
I can't decide! What do you recommend?
A classic way to ask a barista for their favorite drink.
The menu looks excellent; what do you recommend, Mr. Smith?
The menu looks excellent; what do you recommend, Mr. Smith?
Shows respect to a client by asking for their preference.
I'm bored tonight. What do you recommend on Netflix?
I'm bored tonight. What do you recommend on Netflix?
Short and direct for a digital conversation.
What do you recommend, Mr. Fluffles? The tuna or the chicken?
What do you recommend, Mr. Fluffles? The tuna or the chicken?
Using the phrase with a pet for a silly, cute moment.
I'm visiting London soon. What do you recommend I see first?
I'm visiting London soon. What do you recommend I see first?
Focuses the recommendation on a specific category (sightseeing).
I need a gift for my mom. What do you recommend?
I need a gift for my mom. What do you recommend?
Helps the staff narrow down choices for a specific person.
Teste-se
Complete the sentence to ask for a food suggestion.
Everything looks delicious! What ___ you recommend?
In English, we use the auxiliary verb `do` to form questions with the verb `recommend`.
Choose the best response to 'What do you recommend?'
Customer: What do you recommend? Waiter: ___
When someone asks for a recommendation, you should provide a specific suggestion.
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Recursos visuais
Formality of Recommendation Phrases
Used with close friends or siblings.
What's good?
Perfect for shops, cafes, and new acquaintances.
What do you recommend?
Used in high-end service or professional settings.
What would you suggest?
Where to use 'What do you recommend?'
Restaurant
Asking about the daily special.
Travel
Asking a hotel concierge for a park.
Shopping
Asking for a good pair of running shoes.
Streaming
Asking a friend for a new TV show.
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasYou must include the word do. The correct version is What do you recommend? because do is needed to make a question in the present tense.
Yes, it is very professional. You might ask, What do you recommend for our next steps? to get a colleague's opinion.
Not at all! It is quite neutral. However, with very close friends, you might say What should I get? or What's good? instead.
Start with I recommend... or I suggest.... For example, I recommend the chocolate cake; it is amazing!
Yes, What do you suggest? means almost the same thing. Recommend feels slightly stronger, like you are asking for a personal favorite.
You can say What do you recommend in [City Name]? For example, What do you recommend in New York?
No, it is not necessary. What do you recommend? is perfectly complete on its own.
Yes, if they are in a position to help, like a shop assistant or someone holding a map. It is a polite way to start a conversation.
Some people say What do you recommendation? This is wrong. Recommend is the verb, and recommendation is the noun.
Absolutely! It is one of the most common ways to ask for media suggestions. Try: What book do you recommend?
Frases relacionadas
What's your favorite?
Asking for the person's personal top choice.
What do you suggest?
A slightly more formal way to ask for advice.
What's good here?
A casual, common way to ask for food recommendations.
Any tips?
Asking for small pieces of advice or secrets about a place.
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