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diner

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈdaɪnər/

KK: /ˈdaɪnər/

noun
Definition

A small, casual restaurant that often has a counter and booths, typically serving inexpensive meals.


Example

We decided to eat breakfast at the diner down the street.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever been to that new diner downtown?
Sloth B
No, I haven't, but I've heard great things about it.
Sloth A
We should go there for breakfast this weekend!
Sloth B
Sounds like a plan! I love a good diner breakfast.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
eatery
bistro
cafe
Antonyms
customer
non-eater
dinerless
Root Explanation

**Diner** → The word 'diner' originates from the French word *dîner*, meaning to dine or have dinner. It refers to a place where meals are served, particularly in a casual setting.

Memory Tip

Think of the French word for dinner, 'dîner', to remember that a diner is a place where you go to have a meal.

Visually Confused Words
dinner
dinder
dier
drinker
drainer
diviner
dinnery
diander
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