Pokemon: meaning, definitions and examples

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pokemon

 

[ ˈpoʊ.kiˌmɑn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

popular game franchise

Pokemon is a popular game franchise created by Nintendo, Game Freak, and Creatures. It involves capturing, training, and battling creatures known as Pokemon. Players can explore different regions, collect Pokemon, and compete against other trainers.

Examples of usage

  • There are over 800 different Pokemon species.
  • Ash Ketchum is a famous Pokemon trainer.
Context #2 | Noun

fictional creatures in the franchise

Pokemon are fictional creatures that inhabit the Pokemon world. Each Pokemon has its own unique abilities, characteristics, and types. Some examples of Pokemon include Pikachu, Charizard, and Bulbasaur.

Examples of usage

  • Pikachu is an Electric-type Pokemon.
  • Charizard is a Fire/Flying-type Pokemon.

Translations

Translations of the word "pokemon" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pokémon

🇮🇳 पोकेमोन

🇩🇪 Pokémon

🇮🇩 pokemon

🇺🇦 покемон

🇵🇱 pokemon

🇯🇵 ポケモン

🇫🇷 pokémon

🇪🇸 pokémon

🇹🇷 pokemon

🇰🇷 포켓몬

🇸🇦 بوكيمون

🇨🇿 pokemon

🇸🇰 pokemon

🇨🇳 宝可梦 (bǎokěmèng)

🇸🇮 pokemon

🇮🇸 pokémon

🇰🇿 покемон

🇬🇪 პოკემონი

🇦🇿 pokemon

🇲🇽 pokémon

Etymology

The word 'Pokemon' is a combination of 'pocket' and 'monster,' reflecting the concept of small creatures that can be carried around and trained for battles. The franchise was created in the 1990s by Satoshi Tajiri and has since become one of the most successful and recognizable brands in the world, encompassing video games, trading cards, TV shows, movies, and more.

See also: poker.