Introdução:

A comida está em todos os lugares — na nossa rotina, nas nossas memórias e, claro, na forma como nos expressamos! No inglês, o food vocabulary vai muito além de ingredientes e receitas, aparecendo em expressões idiomáticas que deixam a comunicação mais rica e divertida.

Neste artigo, vamos explorar como a comida tempera o idioma, desde frases exageradas sobre fome até palavras usadas para descrever aquela refeição inesquecível. Então, prepare seu apetite linguístico e descubra como levar seu inglês para outro nível com essas expressões deliciosas! 🍽️✨

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The Language of Food: Expressions That Spice Up Your English

Food is more than just fuel — it’s an experience, a memory, and sometimes, a great way to express how we feel. In our latest episode of the Apollocast, we dived into the world of food and asked an important question: What would be your last meal on Earth? But beyond delicious dishes and guilty pleasures, food has also made its way into the English language. From casual expressions to more formal terms, let’s explore how food influences the way we talk. Grab a snack and enjoy the feast of words!

Guilty Pleasures and Comfort Foods

We all have that one dish we love but feel a little embarrassed to admit. That’s a guilty pleasure! It could be a midnight burger, an entire tub of ice cream, or that instant ramen you swear you only eat “once in a while.” If it makes you feel good but you wouldn’t order it on a first date, it’s probably a guilty pleasure!

Speaking of feel-good food, let’s talk about comfort food. This is the kind of food that brings warmth to your soul. Maybe it’s your grandma’s homemade soup, mac and cheese, or a plate of fresh-baked cookies. Comfort food isn’t about fancy ingredients — it’s about the feeling of home.

When You’re So Hungry, You Could Eat a Horse

We’ve all been there — stomach growling, feeling weak, thinking about food every second. When you’re extremely hungry, instead of just saying, “I’m very hungry,” you can add some drama: “I’m so hungry I could eat a horse!” (Of course, no horses are actually involved — it’s just a fun exaggeration!)

Another way to say you’re starving is “I’m famished.” This is a little more formal, but it still expresses the idea that you need food ASAP.

Dinner, Supper, or a Feast?

English has several words for the last meal of the day. In the U.S., people usually call it dinner. However, in some regions, supper is used instead, often referring to a lighter, late-evening meal. If you ever visit the UK or parts of the southern U.S., don’t be surprised if someone invites you for supper instead of dinner!

Now, if you’re talking about a big, extravagant meal, that’s a feast! Thanksgiving dinner? A feast. A huge holiday banquet? A feast. If there’s a ridiculous amount of food and no one leaves hungry, you’ve got yourself a feast.

A Bite of Culture and Language

Food is more than just something we eat — it’s a part of our culture, our habits, and even our language. Whether you’re talking about your favorite comfort food, admitting your guilty pleasure, or joking about being able to eat a horse, food expressions make conversations more colorful and fun.

Conclusion

Now, tell us — what’s your guilty pleasure? And more importantly, what would be your last supper? Drop your answers in the comments! 

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Commit Some Minor Crimes and We’ll Give You a Last Meal! 🍽️🚔

We’re not saying you should commit these tiny crimes… but if you did, what would your last meal be? Answer these questions and find out!

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1️⃣ You see a “Wet Paint” sign. What do you do?

A) Respect it and walk away.

B) Lightly tap the paint to check if it’s actually wet.

C) Leave a tiny fingerprint behind.

D) Draw a little smiley face in the wet paint.

E) Write your name like a signature.

F) Smear the paint just to make it worse.

2️⃣ The shopping cart is just a few steps from the return area. What do you do?

A) Return it properly.

B) Leave it near the return area but not inside.

C) Push it towards the return and hope it goes in.

D) Leave it in the middle of a parking spot.

E) Let it roll freely downhill.

F) Crash it into another cart for fun.

3️⃣ You’re at the movies and brought snacks from home. How do you act?

A) I paid for popcorn like a good citizen.

B) I sneak in a single candy bar.

C) I bring a bag of chips but eat quietly.

D) I eat a full meal and act natural.

E) I pop open a soda loudly mid-movie.

F) I bring a hot meal in a container and let the whole room smell it.

4️⃣ The “10 items or less” line at the grocery store. What do you do?

A) Follow the rules and use it properly.

B) Enter with exactly 11 items.

C) Bring 15 items but act confused if someone says something.

D) Walk in with a full cart and pretend you didn’t see the sign.

E) Argue with the cashier that "it’s basically the same thing."

F) Cut in front of someone who actually followed the rule.

5️⃣ You’re in a museum. There’s a big “DO NOT TOUCH” sign. What happens next?

A) I admire from a respectful distance.

B) I hover my hand really close but don’t touch.

C) I poke it when no one’s looking.

D) I leave a full handprint.

E) I move the object slightly just to mess with the staff.

F) I take a selfie holding the artifact.

6️⃣ The elevator has an Emergency Stop button. What do you do?

A) Never even look at it.

B) Think about pressing it but don’t.

C) Hover my finger over it just for the thrill.

D) Press it for one second and act innocent.

E) Press it and pretend the elevator is broken.

F) Press it, scream, and start a group panic.

7️⃣ You just realized you got extra change from a cashier. What now?

A) Return it immediately.

B) Think about returning it but don’t.

C) Walk away fast before they notice.

D) Consider it a "blessing from the universe."

E) Use the money to buy more stuff.

F) Go back and ask for even more change.

8️⃣ Your friend leaves their phone unlocked. What do you do?

A) Nothing. Privacy is important.

B) Change their wallpaper to something dumb.

C) Text their mom something weird.

D) Post “I love feet” on their social media.

E) Set their language to something they don’t speak.

F) Delete one random app and act surprised.

9️⃣ The speed limit says 60 mph. How fast are you going?

A) Exactly 60. Rules exist for a reason.

B) 65 — it’s basically legal.

C) 75 — everyone does it.

D) 80 and tailgating slow drivers.

E) 90 while changing songs on my phone.

F) Over 100, filming for Instagram.

🔟 You see a “No Trespassing” sign. What’s your move?

A) Respect the sign and keep walking.

B) Step one foot over just to say I did.

C) Walk in a little but turn back.

D) Explore the place like I own it.

E) Set up a picnic inside.

F) Take souvenirs on the way out.

Commit Some Minor Crimes and We’ll Give You a Last Meal! 🍽️🚔

A Single Saltine Cracker

You live life by the rules. Your last meal is just a sad, dry cracker. No butter. No drink. Just vibes.

A Sad School Cafeteria Meal

You’re only slightly mischievous. Your last meal is a tray with mystery meat, unseasoned mashed potatoes, and a green apple. Enjoy.

A Fast-Food Overload 🍔

You break rules when convenient, so your last meal is a glorious stack of burgers, fries, and a milkshake—because calories don’t count.

An Endless All-You-Can-Eat Buffet 🍣

You push limits but without serious consequences. Your last meal is an unlimited buffet where you try everything guilt-free.

A Full Five-Course Michelin Star Meal 🍷

You are controlled chaos. Your last meal is an absurdly refined five-course dinner, served with wine and a personal chef.

The Chaos Meal (Everything at Once) 🔥

You don’t break rules—you destroy them. Your last meal is pure chaos: sushi with ranch, cake with nachos, a mix of barbecue and ice cream. It’s a disaster, just like your choices.