gratuity included

Meaning

This phrase indicates that the tip (service charge) has already been added to the total price of the bill. It is common in tourist areas, high-end restaurants, or for large groups, meaning no additional tip is required.

Examples

• Please check the bill carefully to see if the gratuity is already included.

  Please check the bill carefully to see if the gratuity is already included.

• For parties of six or more, a fifteen percent gratuity is automatically included.

  For parties of six or more, a fifteen percent gratuity is automatically included.

• Since the receipt says 'gratuity included,' we don't need to leave any extra cash on the table.

  Since the receipt says 'gratuity included,' we don't need to leave any extra cash on the table.

• The menu notes that tax is extra but gratuity is included in the price of the buffet.

  The menu notes that tax is extra but gratuity is included in the price of the buffet.

• I accidentally tipped twice because I didn't realize the gratuity was included in the total.

  I accidentally tipped twice because I didn't realize the gratuity was included in the total.

Common Mistakes

• ✗ Is the tip included inside?

  ✓ Is the gratuity included?

  English speakers do not say 'included inside' for bills. Use 'included in the bill' or simply 'included'.

• ✗ The bill has a gratuity inclusive.

  ✓ The bill has gratuity included.

  'Inclusive' is an adjective and requires 'of' (e.g., 'inclusive of gratuity'). 'Gratuity included' is the standard set phrase printed on receipts.

Related Expressions

Practice

• You don't need to leave extra money; the receipt clearly states ___.

  💡 The service charge or tip is already added to the bill.

  Show answer

  gratuity included

• Many restaurants in tourist hotspots have ___ on the bill to ensure servers get tipped.

  💡 A phrase meaning the tip is already added to the total.

  Show answer

  gratuity included