What is Pancit?
There are several meanings to Pancit but they differ in pronunciation. The first meaning to 'Pancit' would bea type ofFilipino cuisine. The second meaning would refer toa punctured tyre, a flat tyre or a leaking tyre in Malay. Punctured, Pancit, Punctured, Pancit. Get it? On that note, it is a legitimate word that is found in the Malay dictionary.
However just like many English words adapted to form Singlish, Pancit carries a local street meaning too. It means tired.
How do you use Pancit?
Sure, you can use Pancit to refer to your flat tyres but we are a sports store so we are going to teach you a better way to use this word. So let us show you how you can add this word to your collection of Singlish vocabulary.
Simply, replace tired with Pancit. Let me throw in a scenario - you just finish 5 out of your 10 sets of hill runs and you are about to go over to tell your friends that you’re tired, switch it up and say, wah Pancit bro.
Okay one more scenario, you’re halfway through a golf game, that usually last four and the half hours, and you are on the 11th hole. You go over to your flight mates to tell them you’re tired and hungry. Try this instead, wah, Pancit already. Hungry some more.
So, do you have some understanding on how to use it now?
Why did we choose PANCIT as our company’s name?
There’s a perfectly good explanation for this so here it is, we started with who we are going to target for our business. Professional athletes? Nope. Nike can handle that. Yogis? Nope. Lululemon can handle that. How about the rest of us who are sports enthusiast or just like the thrill of playing a game once a week but hold an office hour job? Yes we are making progress! But what do we call them. Weekend warriors! Target audience checked.
So back to the company’s name. Here’s our thought process - What do weekend warriors have in common? We get tired too easily because we are clearly aren’t as fit as professional athletes but we still love to play the game. So how about tired.co? Nope, that is not cool enough. How about shag.co? That is definitely not going to get approved. Sounds like an explicit site. Imagine a kid telling their parents they want to buy stuff off shag.co? Sounds dodgy. So how ow about pancit.co? Oh damn, that sounds like a good name. A little Singaporean, a little Malay and sounds pretty cool. Diversity they said. Let’s sleep on that. We wake up next day and boom - www.pancit.co
It may not be the best way to starting out a company but apple started in a garage. So, why not? At least now we have the chance to educate you guys on more Singlish words you can use just like how our primary school teachers say “expand your vocabulary!”
Thank us later.
Ps, it is spelt as “pancit” not “pun che”. Just like how its “Kena” not “Kanna”. Also, our instagram handle is @we.pancit. Which means, we tired. Get it?Let me justshow youSyafiq's faceand posture when he is pancit.
FAQs
For Filipinos, pancit is a simple dish that symbolizes a long and happy life because it is usually served on birthdays or special occasions.
What country is pancit from? ›
Pancit: influence of the Chinese in Philippine noodles. Pancit (or spelled as pansit) is a Filipino version of a noodle dish that was contributed by the Chinese traders during the pre-Hispanic times of the Philippines. Every part of the Philippine archipelago has its own version of pancit.
What is a fun fact about pancit? ›
Nowadays, pancit is a fixture at many significant milestones such as weddings, baptisms, graduations, and most especially during birthdays, where their inherently Chinese symbolism as edible harbingers of a long life (provided you don't cut the noodles before you eat them) are frequently invoked.
What is pancit in English? ›
In the Filipino language, pansít is the generic word for noodles. Different kinds of noodles can be found in Filipino supermarkets which can then be cooked at home. Noodle dishes are also standard fare in local restaurants, with establishments specializing in them called panciterias or pancitans.
Is pancit good luck? ›
“Pancit or noodle dish is always served by Filipinos in every celebration or party, but especially during New Year, as we believe it signifies long life and good luck,” said Evelyn Bunoan.
Does pancit mean long life? ›
It is often served during birthdays and special occasions because for filipino's it symbolize long life and good health. So try not to cut short the Pancit who knows the legend might come true. Aside from the symbolism, it is perfectly delicious.
What does pancit mean in Chinese? ›
“Pancit comes from the [Hokkien] word pian-e-sit, which literally means food that is convenient to cook,” shares Carmelea Ang See, Director of Bahay Tsinoy Museum in Intramuros, Manila.
Why do Filipinos love pancit? ›
Aside from the fact that it is easy to cook, she said that Filipinos believed that pancit noodles symbolizes long life and the rich and delicious toppings symbolize good fortune. And so serving pancit is another way of praying for a long and fortunate life for the celebrator.
Who invented Lucky Me? ›
Lucky Me! instant noodles were first introduced in 1989 by Monde Nissin corporation, making it a sister brand of the popular SkyFlakes biscuits. Lucky Me! soon stormed the charts itself, and became the leading brand for instant noodles in the Philippines.
Is pancit a snack? ›
In short, pancit can be a filling meal for you and/or your friends and family to enjoy. It can also be made for a snack or an appetizer. This dish is a traditional meal for most filipinos and is commonly made for birthdays because consuming noodles means you will have a long life.
What Is Pancit? Pancit is a Filipino dish. There are many different types of pancit, but it always features rice noodles and vegetables (and often meat, such as pork or chicken).
What does pancit taste like? ›
This version of pancit canton is packed with a ton of flavor highlighting notes of salty, sweet, sour and umami. The combination of the Chinese sausage, pork belly, fish sauce, oyster sauce and fresh vegetables bring the dish together while the calamansi or lime juice cuts through the richness.
Is pancit Filipino or Chinese? ›
IN times of grief and strife such as these, we celebrate every little thing, and nothing says celebration at a Filipino table better than a platter of pancit. To be fair to this noodle dish, it has been a star for a long time, even and especially in times of plenty.
Who created pancit? ›
The history of Pancit is traced back to the Chinese influence as the Chinese traders introduce the noodles to the early Filipinos in which the noodles instead of wheat and flour use has been substituted by rice flour in which the known Pansit was born.
What country is pancit? ›
Pancit Bihon is a Filipino noodle stir-fry dish with Chinese origins. While the 'Bihon' version uses glass noodles, the 'Canton' version calls for lo mein type egg noodles.
Why is pancit important to the Filipino culture? ›
Pancit is more than just a dish; it is a cultural symbol deeply embedded in Filipino traditions and celebrations. It holds a special place in various life events, signifying wishes for longevity, prosperity, and communal well-being.
What are noodles a symbol of? ›
Longevity Noodles are eaten on one's birthday, and express, as the name suggests, a wish for longevity. The noodles are usually thin and long.
What is the significance of noodles in Chinese culture? ›
Though noodles are part of everyday life in Chinese culture, they also hold a lot of symbolism when eaten during significant events. In China, noodles are frequently eaten during the start of the Lunar New Year and on birthdays. In fact, they symbolize longevity and good health for the year ahead.
What does the slang word pancit mean? ›
On that note, it is a legitimate word that is found in the Malay dictionary. However just like many English words adapted to form Singlish, Pancit carries a local street meaning too. It means tired.
