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/ˈænə/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A historical coin formerly used in India, worth one-sixteenth of a rupee.
He found an old anna coin while digging in the garden.
A term used in some Indian languages (especially in Hindi) to refer to food or grain.
The villagers were grateful for the anna provided by the government during the drought.
A name commonly given to girls in some cultures, often a variant of 'Hannah'.
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
Slang Meanings
A term of endearment for someone named Anna.
Hey, Anna, how's it going?
In some contexts, can refer to a woman who is sweet or kind.
She's such an anna; always helping others.