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Usages of de ober
Als je besluiteloos bent over wat je wilt bestellen, vraag dan gerust advies aan de ober.
If you are indecisive about what you want to order, feel free to ask the waiter for advice.
Ober brengt koffie.
The waiter brings coffee.
De ober zet het warme bord op tafel en controleert onze bestelling.
The waiter places the warm plate on the table and checks our order.
De ober schenkt koud kraanwater in ons glas.
The waiter pours cold tap water into our glass.
Overigens bewaart de ober de kassabon voor ons.
By the way, the waiter keeps the receipt for us.
De ober serveert een smaakvol gerecht.
The waiter serves a tasty dish.
Test yourself: What does de ober mean?
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