Pan: meaning, definitions and examples
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pan
[ pæn ]
bread
A type of bread that is popular in many Spanish-speaking countries, especially in Latin America. It is usually made with cornmeal and can be served with various toppings or fillings.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I ordered a delicious arepa filled with cheese and avocado.
- In Venezuela, arepas are a staple food and are enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
currency
The basic monetary unit of Bulgaria, equal to 100 stotinki.
Synonyms
BGN, lev
Examples of usage
- How many leva does this item cost?
- The exchange rate for euros to Bulgarian lev is favorable.
Japanese folklore
A supernatural being or spirit in Japanese folklore, often depicted as a mischievous creature with the ability to shape-shift.
Synonyms
fox spirit, yokai
Examples of usage
- The kitsune is a fox-like creature in Japanese mythology known for its intelligence and magical abilities.
- In stories, the kitsune can take on human form and trick unsuspecting individuals.
Translations
Translations of the word "pan" in other languages:
🇵🇹 frigideira
🇮🇳 कड़ाही
🇩🇪 Pfanne
🇮🇩 wajan
🇺🇦 сковорода
🇵🇱 patelnia
🇯🇵 フライパン (furaipan)
🇫🇷 poêle
🇪🇸 sartén
🇹🇷 tava
🇰🇷 팬 (paen)
🇸🇦 مقلاة (miqlāh)
🇨🇿 pánev
🇸🇰 panvica
🇨🇳 平底锅 (píng dǐ guō)
🇸🇮 ponev
🇮🇸 panna
🇰🇿 қазан
🇬🇪 ტაფა (ṭap'a)
🇦🇿 tava
🇲🇽 sartén
Word origin
The word 'pan' has a diverse history, with origins in multiple languages. In Latin, 'panis' means bread, which influenced the Spanish word 'pan' for bread. In Bulgarian, 'lev' means lion, which is the symbol on the Bulgarian lev coins. Additionally, in Japanese folklore, the 'kitsune' is a mythical creature associated with the word 'pan'. The word has evolved over time to represent various concepts related to food, currency, and mythology.