Breakfasting: meaning, definitions and examples

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breakfasting

 

[ ˈbrekfəstɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mealtime activity

Breakfasting refers to the act of eating breakfast, which is the first meal of the day. It often involves a variety of foods that can include grains, fruits, vegetables, and protein sources. Breakfasting is commonly considered an important meal to kick-start the metabolism and provide energy for the day ahead.

Synonyms

breakfast, first meal, morning meal

Examples of usage

  • I enjoy breakfasting with my family on weekends.
  • Breakfasting is essential for boosting your energy in the morning.
  • She prefers breakfasting at a café near her office.
  • They started breakfasting together after their morning jog.

Translations

Translations of the word "breakfasting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 café da manhã

🇮🇳 नाश्ता करना

🇩🇪 Frühstücken

🇮🇩 sarapan

🇺🇦 сніданок

🇵🇱 śniadanie

🇯🇵 朝食を食べる

🇫🇷 prendre le petit déjeuner

🇪🇸 desayunar

🇹🇷 kahvaltı yapmak

🇰🇷 아침 식사를 하다

🇸🇦 تناول الإفطار

🇨🇿 snídat

🇸🇰 raňajkovať

🇨🇳 吃早餐

🇸🇮 zajtrkovati

🇮🇸 fara í morgunmat

🇰🇿 таңғы ас ішу

🇬🇪 საუზმე

🇦🇿 səhər yeməyi yemək

🇲🇽 desayunar

Word origin

The term 'breakfast' comes from its components 'break' and 'fast'. It literally means to break the fast that one undergoes during sleep. The practice of eating a morning meal has roots in various cultures and traditions, emphasizing the importance of nourishment after a night's rest. Historically, breakfast was considered an essential meal, particularly among agrarian societies where a hearty meal was necessary to sustain laborers through the morning. The modern concept of breakfasting has evolved, incorporating a wide range of foods and preferences, reflecting changes in lifestyle and culture.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,793 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.