Pion

Chess piece that moves and captures differently.

pawn

In chess, a pawn (also called pion) is the most numerous and generally weakest piece on the board. It typically moves one square forward but captures diagonally.

Pronunciation

/piˈɒn/

Etymology

From French pion, from Old French pin 'foot soldier', of Germanic origin.

Explain Like I’m 5

A pawn is the smallest and most numerous piece in chess, moving forward but capturing diagonally.

Fun Facts

Pawns are the only pieces that can promote to another piece when reaching the opposite end of the board
There are special pawn moves like 'en passant'
Pawns can block other pieces from moving

FAQ

What is a pawn? It's the lowest-ranked chess piece
How does it move? Pawns generally move forward one square, but can move two squares on their first move
How does it capture? Pawns capture diagonally forward

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

pawn

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

chess piece

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

chess game

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