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UK//ˈdɪn.ər wɪl hæv tə weɪt//US//ˈdɪn.ɚ wɪl hæv tə weɪt//

Meaning of Dinner will have to wait

A statement indicating that dinner will be delayed.

In simple words: Dinner cannot happen right now.

Dinner will have to wait in a sentence

  • I'm sorry, but dinner will have to wait because I have an important phone call.
  • With the kids' homework due, dinner will have to wait until they're done.
  • I was ready to eat, but dinner will have to wait for the guests to arrive.
  • After the meeting ran late, I realized dinner will have to wait.
  • She said dinner will have to wait, as she was caught in traffic.

How to use Dinner will have to wait

This phrase is used to indicate that something else is more urgent than having dinner. It is suitable for casual conversations but may not be appropriate in very formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a dinner bell ringing, but everyone's too busy to eat.

Related words

Collocations with Dinner will have to wait

  • wait for dinner
  • dinner plans
  • dinner time

Synonyms for Dinner will have to wait

  • Dinner is postponed
  • Dinner is delayed
  • Dinner is on hold

Common mistakes with Dinner will have to wait

  • Using 'wait for dinner' instead of 'wait' for a situation.
  • Confusing with 'supper' when referring to evening meals in some cultures.
  • Forgetting to add context so it sounds abrupt.

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Frequently asked questions about Dinner will have to wait

What does Dinner will have to wait mean?

Dinner cannot happen right now.

What is the definition of Dinner will have to wait?

A statement indicating that dinner will be delayed.

How do you use Dinner will have to wait in a sentence?

I'm sorry, but dinner will have to wait because I have an important phone call.

Can you give another example of Dinner will have to wait?

With the kids' homework due, dinner will have to wait until they're done.

What are synonyms for Dinner will have to wait?

Common alternatives include Dinner is postponed, Dinner is delayed, Dinner is on hold.

What words go with Dinner will have to wait?

It commonly pairs with wait for dinner, dinner plans, dinner time.

What are common mistakes when using Dinner will have to wait?

Using 'wait for dinner' instead of 'wait' for a situation. Confusing with 'supper' when referring to evening meals in some cultures. Forgetting to add context so it sounds abrupt.

How do you pronounce Dinner will have to wait?

US: //ˈdɪn.ɚ wɪl hæv tə weɪt//, UK: //ˈdɪn.ər wɪl hæv tə weɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Dinner will have to wait?

This phrase is used to indicate that something else is more urgent than having dinner. It is suitable for casual conversations but may not be appropriate in very formal settings.