Why do we say Eat like a bird ?

Question

"Eat like a bird?" Many birds eat twice their weight a day.

Answer 1

hi girl how ara you you nice name

Answer 2

I'v never heard anyone say that! lol. I've heard 'eat like a horse' tho...

Answer 3

True, but we see birds peck at food, eating a small amount with each peck.

Answer 4

I have seen many peoples eating thru out the day , so we use to say that u r eating like a bird. lol

Answer 5

eat like a bird  

Definition: eat very little

Explanation: Used when speaking about someone who needs very little food to get by, often used when criticizing someone for not eating enough.

Examples: She eats like a bird, it's no wonder she's skinny! - You're eating like a bird, I wish you would eat just a little more.

Answer 6

lol i get that alot.it actually means you dont eat alot, or big portions....hope i helped

Answer 7

thats due to mannerisims i believe. Majority of Birds have got proper eating manners, ie. eating small portions of food at a time and eating according to their appetite, not eating more than 'regulated'. Hence the saying goes...

Answer 8

Yes, but they only peck at their food and eat small amounts at a time. It refers to the manner of eating, not the overall quantity

Answer 9

If that is truly the case. Tweet, tweet, tweet!

Answer 10

Used when speaking about someone who needs very little food to get by,... often used when criticizing someone for not eating enough.