🇺🇸 How to say

“to eat” in English

to eat
Illustration of "to eat" in a English cultural setting
In a cozy kitchen, a family gathers around the table, happily sharing a delicious meal. A pot of steaming soup sits in the center, while everyone reaches for their plates to enjoy the food together.

Usage note

Use 'to eat' to talk about taking food into your body.

Examples

  • I eat breakfast.

    I eat breakfast.

  • We eat dinner at 7.

    We eat dinner at 7.

  • She eats fruit.

    She eats fruit.

Quick check

What does "eat" mean?

  • A. to eat
  • B. to buy
  • C. close
  • D. to come

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