Pennant Meaning in English

word

US

ˈpɛnənt

PEN-uhnt

UK

pˈɛnənt

PEN-uhnt

Definition

A pennant is a long, narrow, and often triangular flag used for decorations, signaling, or as a prize for winning a competition, especially in sports.

Usage & Nuances

Common in sports (especially baseball), boating, and celebrations. In US sports, a "pennant" often means a championship title. Visually, typically a triangle or swallowtail shape. Don’t confuse with 'flag' (more general).

• Spanish: banderín - gallardete (náutica)
• Portuguese (BR): flâmula - galhardete (náutica)
• Portuguese (PT): flâmula - galhardete (náutica)
• Chinese (Simplified): 三角旗 - 旗帜（奖旗）
• Chinese (Traditional): 三角旗 - 旗幟（獎旗）
• Hindi: पताका - विजयी ध्वज
• Arabic: راية مثلثة - علم صغير (احتفالي)
• Bengali: পেনান্ট - বিজয় পতাকা (প্রতিযোগিতার পুরস্কার হিসেবে)
• Russian: вымпел
• Japanese: ペナント
• Vietnamese: cờ đuôi nheo
• Korean: 페넌트
• Turkish: flama - şerit bayrak
• Urdu: پیننٹ
• Indonesian: panji - bendera segitiga

Example Sentences

The winning team received a pennant after the game.

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There are colorful pennants hanging in the classroom.

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Each boat in the parade raised a pennant.

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After clinching the league, their fans waved a huge pennant in the stands.

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He collects vintage pennants from old baseball teams.

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The shop sells custom pennants for school events and parties.

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