panda — a large black and white mammal that lives in China and eats bamboo
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a large black and white mammal that lives in China and eats bamboo
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpændə/
Example Sentences
- My favorite animal at the zoo is definitely the panda because it just sits around eating all day, which is basically my dream job.
- The panda rolled down the hill like a fluffy black and white bowling ball.
- China is famous for its giant pandas and their conservation efforts.
panda
NOUN[/ˈpændə/]
a large black and white mammal that lives in China and eats bamboo
A panda munches bamboo lazily in the misty mountain forest.
Amanda and the panda share bamboo on the veranda!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'panda' entered French from Nepali 'ponya', meaning 'eater of bamboo.' The term originally referred to the red panda, which was first introduced to Western audiences; the larger giant panda subsequently adopted the same name.
Breakdown
Nepali ponya (pony- 'bamboo' + -a 'eater') → French panda, applied first to red pandas and later extended to giant pandas.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My favorite animal at the zoo is definitely the panda because it just sits around eating all day, which is basically my dream job.”
“The panda rolled down the hill like a fluffy black and white bowling ball.”
“China is famous for its giant pandas and their conservation efforts.”
“The newborn panda cub was no bigger than a hamster.”
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