How to Order Sushi in English | Easy English Conversation for Beginners | Sushi English 101

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How to Order Sushi in English | Sushi English 101 for Beginners
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Welcome back to Everyday English Talk — the podcast that helps you practice real-life English through slow, clear, and natural conversations.
In today’s episode, Anna and Ben take you to a sushi restaurant and show you how to read the menu, order politely, and talk about flavors with confidence. From nigiri to sashimi, rolls (maki) to udon and donburi, you’ll learn exactly what to say. 🍵
Have you ever felt confused by a sushi menu?
Do you know the difference between nigiri, sashimi, and maki?
How do you ask for less spicy, or order teriyaki and tempura?

This friendly, practical episode helps you:
✅ Understand common sushi menu items (nigiri, sashimi, rolls)
✅ Order food clearly and politely in English
✅ Use flavor & texture words (spicy, crunchy, mild, creamy)
✅ Talk about condiments: soy sauce, wasabi, ginger (and how to use them!)
✅ Practice listening + speaking with real conversation

🧠 What You’ll Learn Today:
• Key sushi categories and how to pronounce them
• Polite order forms: “I’d like… please.” / “Could I have…?”
• Popular rolls you’ll see on menus (California, Spicy Tuna, etc.)
• Condiment etiquette (dip the fish side, ginger between bites)
• Bigger dishes for a full meal: udon & donburi
• Bonus Japanese terms you’ll actually meet: ebi, tai, tobiko

📚 Vocabulary from This Episode:
• Nigiri (fish on rice) • Sashimi (only fish) • Roll / Maki
• Tempura (fried) • Teriyaki (grilled with sweet sauce)
• Soy sauce • Wasabi • Pickled ginger
• Spicy • Mild • Crunchy • Creamy
• Udon (noodles) • Donburi (rice bowl)
• Ebi (shrimp) • Tai (snapper) • Tobiko (fish roe)


📌 Episode Sections:
0:00 – Introduction
1:01 – Sushi Basics: Nigiri vs Sashimi vs Roll (Maki)
04:36 – “Secret” of Great Sushi = The Rice (Balance & Taste)
07:16 – 5 Popular Rolls: California, Dynamite, Spicy Tuna, Philadelphia, Kapamaki
09:59 – Condiments & Etiquette: Soy Sauce, Wasabi, Ginger (How to Use)
11:50 – Bigger, Warmer Dishes: Udon & Donburi (When You’re Hungry)
13:52 – Listener Practice Challenge (Listening/Speaking/Writing)
15:59 – Outro

📚 Download PDF Transcript + Practice Exercises:
👉https://drive.google.com/file/d/11Sxq...
Answer Key:
Includes today’s script, bolded vocabulary, and extra practice activities.

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1. How to Order Sushi in English (Beginner Guide) 🍣
2. Sushi Menu English: Nigiri, Sashimi, Rolls Explained
3. Restaurant English: Order Sushi Politely & Clearly
4. Sushi English 101: Soy Sauce, Wasabi, Ginger (How to Use!)
5. Speak English at a Japanese Restaurant | Easy Phrases
6. Popular Sushi Rolls Explained (California, Spicy Tuna, etc.)
7. Ordering Japanese Food in English: Udon, Donburi, Teriyaki
8. Real-Life English: How to Read a Sushi Menu
9. Sushi Vocabulary for Beginners | Easy English Conversation
10. From “I’m Confused” to “I’d Like…” — Order Sushi with Confidence


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