先吃两串海鲜 垫垫肚子
“Eat two strings of seafood first as appetizer.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
先吃 两串海鲜 垫垫肚子
“Eat two strings of seafood first as appetizer.”
“Let's stop talking about heavy topics and just eat something first.”
In Chinese interpersonal interaction, offering food ('垫垫肚子') is a classic, socially acceptable way to cut off an awkward topic and re-establish a relaxed atmosphere.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
grab a quick bite to hold off hunger / pad one's stomach
A highly colloquial and idiomatic phrase used to suggest eating a small snack before a full meal.
have a couple skewers first
A standard casual dining suggestion at street food or barbecue stalls.