This emoji typically represents thick, North American-style pancakes. In contrast, French "crêpes" are much thinner and wider, and are used to wrap various ingredients.

In some Western countries like the UK, there's a special day called "Pancake Day." It originated from the tradition of making pancakes to use up leftover ingredients before the start of Lent. Interestingly, Korea's sweet "hotteok" can also be seen as a type of pancake.