Brekky

Brekky

BREK-ee /ˈbreki/
Noun United Kingdom

Breakfast.

Example Sentences

"What's for brekky?"
"I had a full English for brekky."

Etymology & History

British informal abbreviation of 'breakfast', following the typical British pattern of shortening + '-y' ending. Common in casual speech, particularly popular with younger speakers. Similar to 'brekkie'. Reflects British tendency to create friendly diminutives.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Very Informal
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