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UK//ˈpæn.keɪks//US//ˈpæn.keɪks//

Meaning of Pancakes

A round, flat cake made from batter and cooked on a griddle or pan.

In simple words: A flat, round cake made from a batter and cooked on a hot surface.

Pancakes in a sentence

  • She made a stack of pancakes for breakfast.
  • We topped our pancakes with maple syrup and strawberries.
  • Pancakes are a popular breakfast food in many countries.
  • He prefers fluffy pancakes over thin ones.
  • They enjoyed pancakes at the diner every Sunday.

How to use Pancakes

Used in both casual and formal settings. Commonly enjoyed as breakfast or dessert. Not typically used in formal discussions.

Grammar pattern

countable noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'pan' that 'cakes' up deliciousness.

Related words

Collocations with Pancakes

  • fluffy pancakes
  • chocolate chip pancakes
  • buttermilk pancakes
  • stack of pancakes
  • pancake syrup

Synonyms for Pancakes

  • hotcake
  • flapjack
  • griddlecake

Common mistakes with Pancakes

  • Confusing pancakes with crêpes; they are thicker.
  • Using 'pancake' to refer to multiple types; the word is usually plural.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'pan-cake' instead of 'pan-kakes'.

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Frequently asked questions about Pancakes

What does Pancakes mean?

A flat, round cake made from a batter and cooked on a hot surface.

What is the definition of Pancakes?

A round, flat cake made from batter and cooked on a griddle or pan.

How do you use Pancakes in a sentence?

She made a stack of pancakes for breakfast.

Can you give another example of Pancakes?

We topped our pancakes with maple syrup and strawberries.

What are synonyms for Pancakes?

Common alternatives include hotcake, flapjack, griddlecake.

What words go with Pancakes?

It commonly pairs with fluffy pancakes, chocolate chip pancakes, buttermilk pancakes, stack of pancakes, pancake syrup.

What are common mistakes when using Pancakes?

Confusing pancakes with crêpes; they are thicker. Using 'pancake' to refer to multiple types; the word is usually plural. Mispronouncing it as 'pan-cake' instead of 'pan-kakes'.

How do you pronounce Pancakes?

US: //ˈpæn.keɪks//, UK: //ˈpæn.keɪks//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Pancakes?

Used in both casual and formal settings. Commonly enjoyed as breakfast or dessert. Not typically used in formal discussions.