Meaning of the word "eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper" in English
What does "eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper
US /it ˈbrɛkfəst laɪk ə kɪŋ, lʌntʃ laɪk ə prɪns ænd ˈdɪnər laɪk ə ˈpɔpər/
UK /iːt ˈbrɛkfəst laɪk ə kɪŋ, lʌntʃ laɪk ə prɪns ænd ˈdɪnə laɪk ə ˈpɔːpə/
Idiom
a nutritional proverb suggesting that one should eat a large, hearty meal in the morning, a moderate meal at midday, and a very small meal in the evening for optimal health
Example:
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To maintain your energy levels throughout the day, you should eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper.
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Nutritionists often recommend that we eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper to aid digestion.