“Bread” in Japanese is パン, pronounced pan.
Pronunciation
The word has 2 beats (morae), each about the same length. Tap a syllable to hear it, or play the whole word:
How to use it
Bread, from Portuguese pão. Japanese bakeries are famous for soft milk bread and sweet buns like メロンパン.
Example sentences
- 朝はパンを食べます。あさはパンをたべます。I eat bread in the morning.
- このパンはおいしいです。このパンはおいしいです。This bread is delicious.
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FAQ
How do you say bread in Japanese?
Bread in Japanese is パン, pronounced “pan”.
Is パン on the JLPT?
Yes. パン (pan) is a common word at JLPT N5 level, so it's worth learning early.