Dinner vs. Supper

Pensive Monkey · 07-17-2009, 03:40 PM

This makes sense. To me, sup connotes a lighter meal. I don't know why. And dine seems a little more substantial. So in places where people get together and have more than just ham sandwiches or Slimfast shakes for lunch, they're more likely to call the midday meal dinner.

I wish that a longer lunch break was more typical here in the US. I think siestas and a good meal in the middle of the day are a grand idea. When I lived in Brazil, it was nice having a big spread around noon and lighter fare in the evening.

07-17-2009, 03:40 PM	#11
Pensive Monkey Purveyor of Brilliance Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: The dimpled chin of Illinois. Posts: 72	This makes sense. To me, sup connotes a lighter meal. I don't know why. And dine seems a little more substantial. So in places where people get together and have more than just ham sandwiches or Slimfast shakes for lunch, they're more likely to call the midday meal dinner. I wish that a longer lunch break was more typical here in the US. I think siestas and a good meal in the middle of the day are a grand idea. When I lived in Brazil, it was nice having a big spread around noon and lighter fare in the evening. __________________ *Consistency is the last refuge of the unimaginitive.* ~ Oscar Wilde

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