Vocabulary Problems

At times, not learning Chinese is really not a problem.  We have both learned a minimal amount and we seem to get along just fine.  Once in a while however we are reminded of the importance of being specific. 

We went to eat with some friends at a restaurant geared towards expats.  At the end of our meal I ordered two margaritas for my friend and I.  The waiter repeated what I said and I nodded in agreement.  It was taking our drinks a really long time to come out and when I asked about them he said that they were almost ready.  The next thing I knew, he was carrying two regular sized pizzas to our table.  Then it occurred to me, he thought I meant Margherita PIZZA! 

We ended up boxing up the pizza and paying for it anyway because I am sure that when the waiter asked for clarification, I told him that we wanted pizza.  Looks like we will be having leftovers tomorrow night!