AEE 2074: Dinner or Supper? What's the Difference?

This podcast episode explores the difference between the terms "dinner" and "supper" in American English. The hosts discuss the historical context of the terms, explaining that "dinner" traditionally referred to a midday meal in agricultural communities, while "supper" was an evening meal. With changes in work patterns and the move away from farming, "dinner" shifted to the evening, making "supper" less common. However, "supper" may still be used today to refer to a light late-night meal or an evening social event. Additionally, the episode discusses the joy of having breakfast for dinner and the pleasure of indulging in desserts, sharing personal experiences and insights from the hosts. Main points • "Dinner" and "supper" have different historical and regional usage in American English. • The term "supper" was traditionally associated with an evening meal, while "dinner" referred to a midday meal in agricultural communities. • Changes in work patterns and the move away from farming influenced the shift of "dinner" to the evening. • "Supper" is now considered old-fashioned but may still be used to refer to a light late-night meal or an evening social event. • The podcast episode also discusses the enjoyment of having breakfast for dinner and indulging in desserts. • Personal experiences and insights are shared by the hosts regarding these mealtime habits.