skonsa

Icelandic

Etymology 1

Possibly from English scones.

Noun

skonsa f

1. an American-style pancake (a thick and fluffy pancake)

   Synonym: amerísk pönnukaka

See also

• pönnukaka

Etymology 2

Likely from Old French esconse (“shelter”). Compare English sconce.

Noun

skonsa f

1. a small room

   Synonym: kompa