Synonyms for

Pancakes

Verb / ˈpæˌnkeɪks / Another word for pancakes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a flat cake made from a batter and fried on both sides, typically eaten for breakfast

Synonyms & similar words

flapjack battercake griddlecake pancake hotcake flannelcake flapcake flapjack hotcake griddlecake waffle crepe blini piklet crumpet muffin scone donut bagel croissant toast bacon eggs sausage

Synonyms by register

Formal

griddlecakes flapjacks

Informal

hotcakes griddlecakes flapjacks

Literary

crepes galettes

Antonyms

savory dishes main courses entrées appetizers side dishes

Common collocations

  • buttermilk pancakes
  • blueberry pancakes
  • chocolate chip pancakes
  • stack of pancakes
  • making pancakes
  • eating pancakes
  • syrup for pancakes

Word family

noun pancake

Usage note

Pancakes are typically a breakfast food. While 'griddlecakes' and 'flapjacks' can be used formally, they are also common informal terms. 'Crepes' and 'galettes' refer to thinner, often French-style pancakes.

Example sentences

  1. I woke up this morning and made pancakes for breakfast.
  2. My mom makes the best pancakes!
  3. I like to put blueberries in my pancakes.
  4. I always have pancakes with a side of bacon and eggs.
  5. We went to IHOP for pancakes and waffles.

Quotes

  • 'I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers, ' said Anne Shirley... 'It would be terrible if we just skipped from September to November, wouldn't it?' - L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables
  • 'Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first.' - Ernestine Ulmer
  • 'I'm sorry for what I said when I was hungry.' - Unknown

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