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Menu

UK /["/ˈmenjuː/"]/US /["/ˈmenjuː/"]/

Definition

a list of the food that is available at a restaurant or to be served at a meal

In simple words: A list of food and drinks available in a restaurant.

Examples

  • I looked at the menu to decide what to order.
  • The restaurant's menu features a variety of international dishes.
  • He chose the special from the menu for dinner.
  • Can you please bring me the dessert menu?
  • The coffee shop has a digital menu displayed on the wall.

Usage notes

Used when referring to choices in restaurants or cafes. Not appropriate for non-food contexts unless specified, such as software menus.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'menu' as 'many you' can choose to eat.

Collocations

  • extensive
  • limited
  • full
  • consult
  • have
  • look at
  • feature something
  • include something
  • offer something
  • board
  • choice
  • selection
  • on the menu
  • a choice of menu
  • drop-down
  • pop-up
  • pull-down
  • select something from
  • go to
  • access
  • bar
  • item
  • choice

Synonyms

  • bill of fare
  • food list
  • dining options
  • menu card

Antonyms

  • exit
  • closing screen
  • shutdown

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'mine' vs 'menu' in translations.
  • Using 'menu' to refer to just the drinks list.
  • Assuming all menus are the same; different cultures have unique formats.