eating
word · lemma: eat
/ˈitɪŋ/
EE-ding
/ˈiːtɪŋ/
EE-ting
Definition
The act of putting food in your mouth, chewing it, and swallowing it. It can also refer more generally to a style or habit related to food.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly as a noun or part of phrases like 'healthy eating' or 'eating habits.' It is the present participle form, commonly used for ongoing actions or general discussions about food and diet.
Spanish: comerPortuguese (BR): comerPortuguese (PT): comerChinese (Simplified): 吃Chinese (Traditional): 喫Hindi: खानाArabic: يأكلBengali: খাওয়াRussian: еда - приём пищи - есть (действие)Japanese: 食事 - 食べることVietnamese: ăn - việc ănKorean: 먹기Turkish: yemek yemeUrdu: کھانا کھاناIndonesian: makan - kegiatan makan
Example Sentences
My doctor gave me advice about healthy eating.
natural
I am eating breakfast now.
basic
He stopped eating when he heard the news.
basic
Children should avoid eating too many sweets.
basic
We were eating outside when it suddenly started to rain.
natural
Eating late at night can affect your sleep.
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