A Sophisticated Guide to Unspoken Table Etiquette

Utensil Position	Meaning
🍴 Resting (Pause)	Knife and fork placed like an inverted V (fork at 8 o’clock, knife at 4 o’clock) — "I’m not finished."
🍴 Finished	Knife and fork parallel at 4 o’clock — "I’ve finished my meal."
❌ Did Not Enjoy	Utensils crossed on the plate — "Not satisfied." (Use with care; can vary by region.)
🔄 Next Course Please	Knife and fork side by side, horizontal — "Ready for the next dish."

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