breakfast

The word “breakfast” means the first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning. In plain terms, the morning meal, or (less commonly) the verb for eating it.

“Breakfast” is pronounced BRAYK-fahst (/ˈbɹeɪkˌfæst/ in IPA).

Here is “breakfast” used in a sentence: “We had eggs and toast for breakfast.”

Words with a similar meaning to “breakfast” include break one's fast.

Depending on how it is used, “breakfast” can be a noun and a verb.

“Breakfast” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.

“Breakfast” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning.

Breakfast is the first meal of the day, eaten in the morning soon after waking. Brunch is a later, more relaxed meal that combines breakfast and lunch, usually eaten mid- to late-morning, often at weekends. Brunch tends to be larger and more leisurely, blending morning foods with lunch dishes.

Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day because it ends the overnight fast and restores energy after sleep. A morning meal can help concentration and steady hunger through the day. While nutritionists still debate exactly how vital it is, many people find it sets them up well.

Typical breakfasts vary by country and taste. Common choices include cereal, toast, eggs, fruit, yoghurt, or porridge, along with tea, coffee, or juice. A traditional cooked English breakfast adds bacon, sausages, and beans. Lighter breakfasts might be just a pastry or a piece of fruit.