eats
word · lemma: eat
/ˈits/
eets
/ˈiːts/
eets
Definition
Third-person singular form of 'eat'. It means to put food into your mouth, chew it, and swallow it.
Usage & Nuances
Used with singular subjects like 'he', 'she', or 'it': 'She eats breakfast early.' Common patterns include 'eat breakfast/lunch/dinner' and 'eat at a restaurant'. Do not use 'eats' with 'I', 'you', 'we', or 'they'.
Spanish: comePortuguese (BR): comePortuguese (PT): comeChinese (Simplified): 吃Chinese (Traditional): 喫Hindi: खाता है - खाती हैArabic: يأكلBengali: খায়Russian: естJapanese: 食べるVietnamese: ănKorean: 먹는다Turkish: yerUrdu: کھاتا ہے - کھاتی ہےIndonesian: makan
Example Sentences
She eats an apple every day.
basic
The dog eats very fast.
basic
He eats dinner with his family.
basic
He eats like he hasn't had food in days.
natural
She barely eats when she's stressed.
natural
My son only eats pasta if we add cheese.
natural