dining
beginnerA1/ˈdaɪ.nɪŋ/ · di-ning
the act of eating a meal, typically the evening meal.
Meanings
the act of eating a meal, typically the evening meal.
کھانے کا عمل، عام طور پر شام کے کھانے کا۔
کھانا
khana
Antonyms
Common Collocations
- dining room
- formal dining
- fine dining
Example Sentences
We enjoyed a lovely dining experience at the new restaurant.
ہم نے نئے ریستوران میں ایک خوبصورت کھانے کا تجربہ کیا۔
Hum ne naye restaurant mein aik khoobsurat khanay ka tajurba kiya.
Dining with friends makes the meal much more enjoyable.
دوستوں کے ساتھ کھانا کھانا کھانے کو زیادہ خوشگوار بناتا ہے۔
Doston ke sath khana khana khanay ko zyada khushgawar banata hai.
The dining table was beautifully set for the occasion.
کھانے کا میز اس موقع کے لیے خوبصورتی سے سجایا گیا تھا۔
Khanay ka mez is moqa ke liye khoobsurti se sajaya gaya tha.
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💡 Memory Tip
Imagine a big dining table full of delicious food to remember 'dining'.
Picture a family gathered around a table enjoying a meal together.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
کھانے کی محفل میں جوش و خروش ہے، پیار سے ملیں تو ہر بات کا مزہ ہے۔
Khanay ki mehfil mein josh o khoresh hai, Pyar se milain to har baat ka maza hai.
In the gathering of meals, there is enthusiasm, When met with love, every conversation is enjoyable.
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🗣️ Urdu Proverb
کھانے کے بعد رنجشیں مٹ جاتی ہیں۔
Khanay ke baad ranjishain mit jati hain.
After the meal, grievances are forgotten.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old French "diner" — to dine, to have dinner
First known use: 14th century
The word 'dining' has evolved from the Old French term 'diner', which referred to the main meal of the day. Over time, it has come to specifically indicate the act of having a meal, particularly the dinner meal.