Cool MateMenu
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.