English Word · Intermediate
papad
A poppadom
Pronunciation: say papad
Meaning
A thin, crisp, round flatbread from the Indian subcontinent, typically made from lentil or chickpea flour.
Example
As I attempted to hit a six with a half-full bottle of mineral water, a papad vendor approached us to laugh at our cricketing abilities.
As I attempted to hit a six with a half-full bottle of mineral water, a papad vendor approached us to laugh at our cricketing abilities.
Practice tips
- Practice papad out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.