"The eye is bigger than the stomach" suggests that people often overestimate their appetite, especially when tempted by appealing food.
The eye is bigger than the stomach means people always think they can eat more than they in fact can - particularly if the food looks or smells good.
| Proverb | The eye is bigger than the stomach. |
|---|---|
| Definition | People always think they can eat more than they in fact can - particularly if the food looks or smells good. |
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