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You want seconds

🇬🇧 UK //jʊ wɒnt ˈsɛkəndz// 🇺🇸 US //ju wɑnt ˈsɛkəndz//

Meaning of You want seconds

A request to have another serving of food.

In simple words: You want to eat more food.

You want seconds in a sentence

• After finishing the delicious lasagna, she said, 'You want seconds?'
• 'You want seconds?' asked the host, noticing everyone's empty plates.
• At the buffet, he smiled and said, 'You want seconds?' after we devoured the first plate.
• When dessert arrived, she happily exclaimed, 'You want seconds on the cake?'
• As we gathered around the table, my mom asked, 'You want seconds of the roast?'

How to use You want seconds

Used in casual dining contexts. Indicates that a person enjoyed their meal and wants an additional serving.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Picture a diner asking for a second plate of spaghetti.

Related words

Collocations with You want seconds

• want seconds of
• ask for seconds
• request seconds at dinner

Synonyms for You want seconds

• ask for more
• request seconds
• want round two

Common mistakes with You want seconds

• Confusing with 'you want second helpings' which is more formal.
• Using it inappropriately in non-dining situations.

Frequently asked questions about You want seconds

What does You want seconds mean?

You want to eat more food.

What is the definition of You want seconds?

A request to have another serving of food.

How do you use You want seconds in a sentence?

After finishing the delicious lasagna, she said, 'You want seconds?'

Can you give another example of You want seconds?

'You want seconds?' asked the host, noticing everyone's empty plates.

What are synonyms for You want seconds?

Common alternatives include ask for more, request seconds, want round two.

What words go with You want seconds?

It commonly pairs with want seconds of, ask for seconds, request seconds at dinner.

What are common mistakes when using You want seconds?

Confusing with 'you want second helpings' which is more formal. Using it inappropriately in non-dining situations.

How do you pronounce You want seconds?

US: //ju wɑnt ˈsɛkəndz//, UK: //jʊ wɒnt ˈsɛkəndz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is You want seconds formal or informal?

"You want seconds" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use You want seconds?

Used in casual dining contexts. Indicates that a person enjoyed their meal and wants an additional serving.