Dinner or supper?

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Dinner

The term 'dinner' is a commonly used word to refer to the main meal of the day, especially in the evening.

You can use 'dinner' to refer to the main meal of the day, typically eaten in the evening. It is a widely accepted term in English.

Examples:

What time is dinner?
I'm cooking dinner tonight.
Let's go out for dinner.

Alternatives:

evening meal
main meal
supper
meal

supper

The term 'supper' is also a correct word used to refer to the evening meal, especially in some regions or cultural contexts.

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'Supper' can be used to refer to the evening meal, often considered a lighter meal than 'dinner'. It may be more common in certain regions or cultural settings.

Examples:

We usually have supper around 7 p.m.
She prepared a simple supper for us.
Let's invite them over for supper.

Alternatives:

evening meal
light meal
dinner
meal

Both 'dinner' and 'supper' are correct terms used to refer to the evening meal. The choice between them can depend on regional differences, personal preferences, or cultural traditions. In some places, 'dinner' is more commonly used to refer to the main meal of the day, while 'supper' may be used to refer to a lighter evening meal.

Last updated: April 01, 2024

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