die Pfanne, -n
pan
Ein flaches Kochgeschirr mit Griff, das meist aus Metall besteht und zum Braten oder Anbraten von Speisen auf dem Herd verwendet wird.
The German word "Pfanne" is a noun that means "pan" or "frying pan". It is a kitchen utensil used for frying, searing, and browning foods.
Similar words in German include "Bratpfanne" (frying pan specifically for frying), "Kasserolle" (casserole dish), and "Topf" (pot).
The main difference between these words lies in their specific use and design:
- "Bratpfanne" is explicitly used for frying.
- "Kasserolle" is used for oven-baked dishes and cooking on the stovetop.
- "Topf" is a general term for a pot used for boiling or serving, and it typically has taller sides compared to a pan.
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Examples
Die Pfanne steht auf dem Herd.noun
The pan is on the stove.
Eine Pfanne liegt in der Küche.noun
A pan is lying in the kitchen.
Meine Pfanne ist sehr heiß.noun
My pan is very hot.
Kaufst du heute zwei neue Pfannen?noun
Are you buying two new pans today?
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