Chinese phrase
这里要不要给小费？ zhè lǐ yào bú yào gěi xiǎo fèi
Meaning
Should I tip here?
When to use it
Asks whether a tip is expected or appropriate here. It is a polite way to check the local custom before paying.
Example dialogue
出租车停了，司机等着，这里要不要给小费？ chū zū chē tíng le sī jī děng zhe zhè lǐ yào bú yào gěi xiǎo fèi
The taxi has stopped, and the driver is waiting. Should I tip here?
在这儿通常要的，大概给一两块就行。 zài zhèr tōng cháng yào de dà gài gěi yì liǎng kuài jiù xíng
Usually, yes. About one or two yuan is fine.