Why do we ask the waiter for a cheque and not a bill?

Question

Why do we ask the waiter for a cheque and not a bill?

Answer 1

I've been asking that for years.

Answer 2

Asking for a check seems for proper for restaurants than saying here is your bill ... bill reminds me of utilities, car payments, etc ...

Answer 3

haha.

i never thought of that!

umm....maybe because when when think of a bill, its paying something of high cost and a check is a smaller amout.

lol.

Answer 4

For the same reason why we drive on a parkway and park in a driveway!!

Answer 5

it sounds better?

Answer 6

Funny thing is I just asked my husband this same question yesterday when we were eating out. the waiter said I will bring your check but it was a bill. I guess it just sounds nicer saying it that way than I will  bring your bill.:)

Answer 7

its french and means the same but sounds nicer

Answer 8

Thats just a fancy name for the bill. If you are eating in a diner they will give you your bill. If its in a fancy restaurant they will give you your cheque.

Answer 9

i think they are trying to make it sound nicer. i mean who wants a bill? personally I asked for the BILL as that is what it is.