HeyRuaHow to say “pan” in Irish
- Irish:
- panna
- English:
- pan, pan (of scales, toilet)
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- masculine, fourth declension
- Pronunciation:
- “PAN-uh” /ˈpˠanˠə/
- Plural:
- pannaí (pans)
- Genitive singular:
- panna, an phanna (e.g. hanla an phanna, handle of the pan)
- Genitive plural:
- pannaí, na bpannaí (e.g. hanlaí na bpannaí, the handles of the pans)
What does “panna” mean?
“Panna” has two alternative meanings. The most common comes first.
- pan
- A shallow metal container used for cooking or heating food.Also: frying pan, saucepan, cooking pan.
“Panna” with the article
The plural of pan in Irish is pannaí. Here is panna after the article (an t-alt), in the singular and the plural.
“Panna” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using panna, the Irish word for pan.
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Pan in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for pan?
The Irish for pan is panna (pronounced “PAN-uh”). It’s a masculine noun and the plural is pannaí. Depending on context it can also mean pan (of scales, toilet).
How do you pronounce panna in Irish?
Panna is said like “PAN-uh” (IPA /ˈpˠanˠə/).
What is the plural of pan in Irish?
The plural of panna is pannaí; with the article, na pannaí means “the pans”. The genitive plural is pannaí, as in hanlaí na bpannaí (the handles of the pans).
Does panna have more than one meaning?
Yes. Panna can mean pan or pan (of scales, toilet), depending on context; the first is the most common.
Why does panna change to phanna or bpanna?
Irish changes the start of some words after certain words. After mo (my) panna becomes mo phanna (lenition), and after ár (our) or i (in) it becomes ár bpanna (eclipsis).
What is the difference between panna, friochtán and sáspan?
Panna is a general word for a pan, friochtán is specifically a frying pan, and sáspan is a saucepan with a deep side and lid.
