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UK/["/ˈkeɪtə(r)/","/ˈkeɪtəz/","/ˈkeɪtəd/","/ˈkeɪtərɪŋ/"]/US/["/ˈkeɪtər/","/ˈkeɪtərz/","/ˈkeɪtərd/","/ˈkeɪtərɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Cater

to provide food and drinks for a social event

In simple words: To provide food and drink for an event.

Cater in a sentence

  • Most of our work now involves catering for weddings.
  • Who will be catering the wedding?

How to use Cater

Use 'cater' when talking about providing food for gatherings like weddings or parties. Avoid using it in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

cater + for/to + event or group

Memory hint

Think of a 'cat' serving food at a 'table.'

Related words

Collocations with Cater

  • cater for an event
  • cater to clients
  • catered menu
  • catering service
  • catering company

Opposites of Cater

Common mistakes with Cater

  • Confusing 'cater' with 'wait' — they have different meanings.
  • Using 'cater' without an object, e.g., 'They cater' is incomplete.
  • Saying 'catered for' when 'catered to' is needed.

Compare Cater with Provide, Supply, Serve, Manage, Organize

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Frequently asked questions about Cater

What does Cater mean?

To provide food and drink for an event.

What is the definition of Cater?

to provide food and drinks for a social event

How do you use Cater in a sentence?

Most of our work now involves catering for weddings.

Can you give another example of Cater?

Who will be catering the wedding?

What are synonyms for Cater?

Common alternatives include provide, supply, serve, manage, organize.

What is the opposite of Cater?

Opposite meanings include neglect, ignore.

What words go with Cater?

It commonly pairs with cater for an event, cater to clients, catered menu, catering service, catering company.

What are common mistakes when using Cater?

Confusing 'cater' with 'wait' — they have different meanings. Using 'cater' without an object, e.g., 'They cater' is incomplete. Saying 'catered for' when 'catered to' is needed.

How do you pronounce Cater?

US: /["/ˈkeɪtər/","/ˈkeɪtərz/","/ˈkeɪtərd/","/ˈkeɪtərɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkeɪtə(r)/","/ˈkeɪtəz/","/ˈkeɪtəd/","/ˈkeɪtərɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Cater?

Use 'cater' when talking about providing food for gatherings like weddings or parties. Avoid using it in very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Cater?

"Cater" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.