panda

Meanings

• noun

  A large black-and-white bear native to China.

  - "The panda is a beloved animal found in the forests of China."
  - "I was thrilled to see a panda in person during my trip to China."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpændə/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈpæn-/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

bear cat , cat bear , lesser panda , wah , mottled bear , panda bear

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with panda
manda , anda , randa

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Variants

List of all variants of panda that leads to same result
giant panda , panda , pandas , panda car , panda cars , giant pandas , lesser panda , red panda

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Etymology

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The name 'panda' comes from the Nepalese word 'pandanus', which means 'all-eater'. This name was given to the panda due to its omnivorous diet.

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Trivia

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1. Pandas have a false thumb, which is an extension of a wrist bone that helps them grip bamboo.

2. Pandas spend about 14 hours a day eating.

3. Pandas have a very low metabolism and can go for days without eating if necessary.

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Related Concepts

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1. giant panda: A subspecies of the panda that is native to southwestern China.

2. red panda: A smaller, unrelated mammal native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China.

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Culture

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The panda is an iconic symbol of China and is featured in Chinese art, literature, and mythology. It is also the national animal of China.

How to Memorize "panda"

1. visualize
   

   - To memorize the panda, visualize its distinctive black-and-white fur and its round, cute face.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the panda with China to help remember its cultural significance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Panda Eats Shoots And Leaves' to remember that pandas are primarily herbivores.

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