Burmese
What is another word for Burmese? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adjective — Relating to Burma (Myanmar), or to its people, culture, or language.
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Etymology
Formed from "Burma" plus the suffix "-ese," which English uses to form adjectives and demonyms for countries (compare "Japanese," "Chinese").
Full origin of Burmese →Frequently asked questions
What does “Burmese” mean?
The word “Burmese” means relating to Burma (Myanmar), or to its people, culture, or language. In plain terms, describes anything connected to Burma (also called Myanmar) — its people, language, or culture.
How do you pronounce “Burmese”?
“Burmese” is pronounced bur-MEEZ (/bɝˈmiz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Burmese” in a sentence?
Here is “Burmese” used in a sentence: “She cooked a traditional Burmese curry for dinner.”
What part of speech is “Burmese”?
Depending on how it is used, “Burmese” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “Burmese” come from?
The word “Burmese” comes from Chinese. Formed from "Burma" plus the suffix "-ese," which English uses to form adjectives and demonyms for countries (compare "Japanese," "Chinese").
Is “Burmese” a common word?
“Burmese” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Burmese” have?
“Burmese” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Burma (Myanmar), or to its people, culture, or language.
