Basic Details
Word: Breakfast
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning.
Synonyms: Morning meal, brunch
Antonyms: Dinner
Idioms and Phrases
- Breakfast of champions: A meal or food that is considered excellent and nutritious. Example: "He believes that eating oatmeal is a breakfast of champions for a good start to the day."
- Wake up and smell the coffee: A phrase meaning to become aware of situations or realities. Example: "After missing the bus several times, she needs to wake up and smell the coffee!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: I always enjoy a warm bowl of porridge for breakfast to start my day off right.
Example 2: On weekends, we love to have a big family breakfast with pancakes and fresh fruit.
Example 3: Its important not to skip breakfast, as it gives you the energy you need for the day ahead.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "breakfast" comes from "breaking the fast"? This refers to the period of time when you have not eaten since your last meal, usually dinner the night before!
Famous Quote
"Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper." - Adelle Davis
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "breakfast" mean?
a) The last meal of the day
b) A midday snack
c) The first meal of the day
d) A drink
Answer: c) The first meal of the day
2. Which of these is a synonym of "breakfast"?
a) Dinner
b) Lunch
c) Morning meal
d) Snack
Answer: c) Morning meal
3. What is the opposite of "breakfast"?
a) Snack
b) Brunch
c) Dinner
d) Lunch
Answer: c) Dinner
4. Which sentence uses "breakfast" correctly?
a) She drinks breakfast every afternoon.
b) He made a delicious breakfast of eggs and bacon.
c) They love to have breakfast for dinner.
d) Breakfast flew over the rainbow.
Answer: b) He made a delicious breakfast of eggs and bacon.
5. Which idiom relates to breakfast?
a) Breakfast of champions
b) A piece of cake
c) Break the ice
d) Jump the gun
Answer: a) Breakfast of champions
