Het ontbijt
Example: Ik eet elke ochtend het ontbijt met vers fruit.
Definition
"Het ontbijt" is the first meal of the day, typically eaten in the morning to provide energy after a night's rest. It often includes foods like bread, fruit, and beverages, serving as an essential start to daily nourishment and routine.
Etymology
The Dutch word "het ontbijt" literally means 'the breakfast.' It comes from the verb 'ontbijten,' which means to break the fast after sleeping. Did you know? The term highlights the meal's role in ending the overnight fasting period.
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"Het ontbijt" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Hospitality - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 109 commonly used words.
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