# How to politely maintain moderate communication with restaurant waiters First of all, I want to point out that your premise is not accurate. Restaurant waiters have a variety of educational backgrounds, and many are students, artists, actors, or professionals who choose this profession. It is more appropriate to avoid making assumptions about education level based on occupation. If you want to keep your communication short, here are some polite ways： -Express your needs in a gentle but clear tone: "Thank you, I need some time to read the menu" -Use non-verbal hints, such as a slight nod to express gratitude -When the waiter asks, give a concise and direct answer -End the conversation politely with "Thank you, no other help is needed at the moment" Remember, maintaining courtesy, respect, and basic etiquette are important to all service industry personnel, regardless of the length of time you interact with them.