cambodian

Thân thiện

A Cambodian dancer performs a traditional dance in a colorful costume.

Definition

1. Adjective:

   • Of or relating to Cambodia: Describes anything originating from, associated with, or characteristic of the country of Cambodia.
   • Of or relating to the people of Cambodia: Pertaining to the ethnic groups, culture, or citizens of Cambodia.
   • Of or relating to the Khmer language: Pertaining to the official language of Cambodia, also known as Khmer.

2. Noun:

   • A native or inhabitant of Cambodia: A person who was born in or is a citizen of Cambodia.

Examples

• Adjective:

  • The Cambodian government announced new policies.
  • We enjoyed traditional Cambodian cuisine.
  • She is studying the Cambodian language (Khmer).

• Noun:

  • The Cambodian was proud to share stories about her homeland.
  • Several Cambodians attended the international conference.

Advanced Usage

• As a demonym: The term is used as the standard demonym (name for a person from a place) for Cambodia.
  • He is a Cambodian living abroad.

Variants and Related Words

• Cambodia (n): The country in Southeast Asia.
• Khmer (n/adj):
  • (Noun) The majority ethnic group of Cambodia; the official language of Cambodia.
  • (Adjective) Relating to the Khmer people, their language, or the historical Khmer Empire.
  • Note: While "Khmer" and "Cambodian" are often used interchangeably regarding people and language, "Khmer" has a stronger ethnic and historical connotation.

Synonyms

• Khmer (when referring to ethnicity or language).
• Kampuchean (adj/n): A less common, historically used synonym, particularly associated with the period of the "Democratic Kampuchea" (1975-1979).

Học thuật

Adjective

1. of or relating to or characteristic of Cambodia or its people or language

Noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Cambodia

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Cambodian
• Kampuchean