Kenyan
0 antonyms and opposites of Kenyan, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Relating to Kenya or its people.
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How to use Kenyan
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Etymology
Formed by adding the suffix -an to Kenya, the East African country.
Full origin of Kenyan →Frequently asked questions
What does “Kenyan” mean?
The word “Kenyan” means relating to Kenya or its people. In plain terms, describes anything to do with Kenya, or a person from there.
How do you pronounce “Kenyan”?
“Kenyan” is pronounced KEHN-yuhn (/ˈkɛnjən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Kenyan” in a sentence?
Here is “Kenyan” used in a sentence: “She admired the Kenyan long-distance runners at the Olympics.”
What part of speech is “Kenyan”?
Depending on how it is used, “Kenyan” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “Kenyan” a common word?
“Kenyan” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Kenyan” have?
“Kenyan” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Kenya or its people.
Is Kenyan an adjective or a noun?
Kenyan works as both. As an adjective it describes something relating to Kenya or its people, and as a noun it refers to a person from Kenya or of Kenyan heritage.
Is Kenyan always capitalized?
Yes, Kenyan is a proper adjective and noun derived from the country name Kenya, so it is always capitalized regardless of whether it is describing something or referring to a person.
How do you use Kenyan to refer to a person?
Used as a noun, a Kenyan is a person from Kenya or of Kenyan heritage, as in 'she is a Kenyan.' Used as an adjective, it modifies a noun, as in 'Kenyan coffee' or 'Kenyan culture.'