Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Pan: bread
pan
Pronunciation: pahn (stress the capital letters)
Pan means “bread” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: bread
- How to say it: pahn
- Gender: el pan
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “pan” means and how to use it
Pan means “bread.” A bakery is a panadería.
Gender and plural
- Gender: el pan (masculine)
- Plural: los panes
Examples with audio
- Compro pan fresco cada mañana.I buy fresh bread each morning.
- Quiero pan con mantequilla.I want bread with butter.
- Hay pan en la mesa.There is bread on the table.
Usage tip
Pan is usually singular: el pan. The plural “panes” is used for loaves. Use “una rebanada de pan” for a slice of bread.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “bread” in Spanish?
“bread” in Spanish is “pan.” It is pronounced pahn, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “pan”?
Say pahn. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “pan” masculine or feminine?
Pan is masculine: “el pan.” The plural is “panes.”
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