refreshment
word
Definition
A light snack or drink, especially served at social events or gatherings to help people feel less tired or thirsty.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in formal or semi-formal settings, like meetings, conferences, or parties. Often appears in the plural ('refreshments') when referring to a variety of snacks and drinks. Not used for heavy meals.
Spanish: refresco - refrigerioPortuguese (BR): refresco - lanchePortuguese (PT): refresco - lancheChinese (Simplified): 点心 - 饮料Chinese (Traditional): 點心 - 飲料Hindi: ताज़गी देने वाला पेय या नाश्ताArabic: مرطبات - وجبة خفيفةBengali: হালকা জলখাবার - পানীয়Russian: лёгкие закуски - напиткиJapanese: 軽食 - 飲み物Vietnamese: đồ ăn nhẹ - đồ uốngKorean: 간단한 다과 - 음료Turkish: hafif yiyecek - içecekUrdu: ہلکی ضیافت - مشروبIndonesian: makanan ringan - minuman
Example Sentences
They served refreshments after the meeting.
basic
Would you like some refreshment?
basic
There are refreshments on the table.
basic
Light refreshments will be provided during the break.
natural
Everyone gathered around for refreshments and conversation after the ceremony.
natural
If you need a quick refreshment, there’s a café downstairs.
natural