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UK/["/ˈbrekfəst/"]/US/["/ˈbrekfəst/"]/

Meaning of Breakfast

In simple words: The first meal of the day after waking up.

Breakfast in a sentence

  • I love having eggs and toast for breakfast.
  • Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
  • We usually have cereal and fruit for breakfast.
  • She skipped breakfast because she was running late.
  • They are serving breakfast at the hotel from 7 to 10 AM.

How to use Breakfast

Use in any casual or formal settings when discussing meals. Avoid using in discussions about lunch or dinner.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'break' and 'fast' – breaking the fast after sleeping.

Related words

Collocations with Breakfast

Synonyms for Breakfast

Opposites of Breakfast

Common mistakes with Breakfast

  • Confused with 'brunch' which is a mix of breakfast and lunch.
  • Using 'breakfasts' when referring to the meal in general.
  • Saying 'the breakfast' instead of just 'breakfast' in general contexts.

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Frequently asked questions about Breakfast

What does Breakfast mean?

The first meal of the day after waking up.

What is the definition of Breakfast?

the first meal of the day

How do you use Breakfast in a sentence?

I love having eggs and toast for breakfast.

Can you give another example of Breakfast?

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

What are synonyms for Breakfast?

Common alternatives include mess.

What is the opposite of Breakfast?

Opposite meanings include dinner, supper.

What words go with Breakfast?

It commonly pairs with big, full, good, cereal, dishes, things, breakfast in bed.

What are common mistakes when using Breakfast?

Confused with 'brunch' which is a mix of breakfast and lunch. Using 'breakfasts' when referring to the meal in general. Saying 'the breakfast' instead of just 'breakfast' in general contexts.

How do you pronounce Breakfast?

US: /["/ˈbrekfəst/"]/, UK: /["/ˈbrekfəst/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Breakfast?

Use in any casual or formal settings when discussing meals. Avoid using in discussions about lunch or dinner.

What CEFR level is Breakfast?

"Breakfast" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.