Food Meaning in English
word
/ˈfud/
food
/fˈuːd/
food
Definition
Things people and animals eat to live and grow, such as fruits, vegetables, meat, or grains. Anything you eat or drink for nutrition is considered food.
Usage & Nuances
'Food' is a general, non-count noun; you say 'some food', not 'a food' (except for different types: 'Italian foods'). Common phrases: 'fast food', 'junk food', 'seafood', 'food court'. Don't confuse with 'meal' (an occasion when you eat).
Spanish: comida - alimentoPortuguese (BR): comida - alimentoPortuguese (PT): comida - alimentoChinese (Simplified): 食物Chinese (Traditional): 食物Hindi: खाना - भोजनArabic: طعام - أكلBengali: খাবার - খাদ্যRussian: еда - пищаJapanese: 食べ物Vietnamese: thức ăn - đồ ănKorean: 음식Turkish: yemek - gıdaUrdu: کھانا - غذاIndonesian: makanan
Example Sentences
My favorite food is pizza.
basic
There is a lot of food on the table.
basic
Animals need food to survive.
basic
Let's order some food; I'm starving.
natural
This restaurant serves amazing food.
natural
He brought some food for the picnic.
natural