Meaning & Definition of word "Anna"
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Anna
/ˈænə/
noun:
- 1. A historical coin formerly used in India, worth one-sixteenth of a rupee.
- Example: He found an old anna coin while digging in the garden.
- 2. A term used in some Indian languages (especially in Hindi) to refer to food or grain.
- Example: The villagers were grateful for the anna provided by the government during the drought.
- 3. A name commonly given to girls in some cultures, often a variant of 'Hannah'.
- Example: Anna is a popular name for girls in many countries.
Etymology
From the Hindi 'आना' (ānā), meaning 'to come'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
anna as a currency:
Refers to a unit of money in historical context.
see you, Anna:
A colloquial way of saying goodbye to someone named Anna.
Related Words
rupee:
The currency of India that includes the anna as a subdivision.
paisa:
A subunit of the Indian currency, similar in historical context to anna.
Slang Meanings of anna
Meaning: A term of endearment for someone named Anna.
Example Sentence: Hey, Anna, how's it going?
Meaning: In some contexts, can refer to a woman who is sweet or kind.
Example Sentence: She's such an anna; always helping others.