asian

noun
UK: /ˈeɪʒən/
US: /ˈeɪʒən/

  1. A person who comes from Asia.

    1. My friend is Asian. [ ] [ ]
    2. Many Asian people live in California, especially in larger cities. [ ] [ ]

  2. A person having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, or the Indian subcontinent.

    1. She identifies as Asian. [ ] [ ]
    2. The Asian community is diverse, representing a multitude of cultures and traditions. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

oriental
asian adjective

  1. Relating to Asia or its people or cultures.

    1. This is Asian food. [ ] [ ]
    2. The museum has an extensive collection of Asian art and artifacts. [ ] [ ]

  2. Of or relating to the continent of Asia, its countries, peoples, or cultures.

    1. The Asian economy is growing. [ ] [ ]
    2. Studying Asian history provides insight into global political dynamics. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "asian" in English means: A person who comes from Asia., A person having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, or the Indian subcontinent..

The phonetic transcription of "asian" is /ˈeɪʒən/ in British English and /ˈeɪʒən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "asian": oriental.

Example usage of "asian": "My friend is Asian.". More examples on the page.