Run a tab Meaning in English
expression
परिभाषा
To ask a bar or restaurant to keep track of your orders and pay for everything at the end, instead of paying each time you order.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
Common in bars and casual restaurants; often said as 'Can I run a tab?'. More frequent in the US, less so in some cultures. Only the server or bartender 'runs' the tab, the customer asks to 'run a tab'. Do not confuse with 'run up a bill', which can mean to spend a lot.
उदाहरण वाक्य
Can I run a tab until I leave?
basic
If you run a tab at this bar, remember to pay before you leave.
basic
He often runs a tab when he meets friends for drinks.
basic
"Let’s just run a tab tonight and split it at the end," Sarah suggested.
natural
We don’t need to pay each time; just run a tab for the whole table.
natural
You probably shouldn’t run a tab if you think you might forget your wallet.
natural