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Splitting the cost with friends B1

When you're sorting out who pays what for a group thing.

go halves — split a cost equallyShall we split it down the middle? (polite)
Let's just go halves. (casual)

I'll get this — offer to payAllow me — this one's on me. (polite)
Don't worry, I'll get this. (casual)

add on — include something extraA: Is breakfast included in the price?
B: No, but you can add it on for an extra $5.

The big shop

A: Shall we just go halves on the food for the barbecue?

B: Yeah, easiest way. I'll get this lot, you grab the drinks.

A: Sound. Don't forget the burger buns this time.

B: Ha, never living that down, am I?

The group present

A: We're all chipping in for Sam's leaving gift. You in?

B: Course. How much each?

A: A tenner, and I might add on a card if there's enough.

B: Perfect. Stick me down for it.

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