Cambodian
2 synonyms for Cambodian, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Relating to Cambodia, its people, or the Khmer language.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Relating to Cambodia, its people, or the Khmer language.
“We tried a traditional Cambodian curry.”
2. noun
A person from Cambodia or of Cambodian descent.
“Many Cambodians settled in the city after the war.”
Etymology
From Cambodia plus the adjective/noun suffix -an.
Full origin of Cambodian →Frequently asked questions
What does “Cambodian” mean?
The word “Cambodian” means relating to Cambodia, its people, or the Khmer language. In plain terms, describes anything from Cambodia, or refers to a Cambodian person or the Khmer language.
How do you pronounce “Cambodian”?
“Cambodian” is pronounced kam-BOH-dee-uhn (/kæmˈboʊdi.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cambodian” in a sentence?
Here is “Cambodian” used in a sentence: “We tried a traditional Cambodian curry.”
What part of speech is “Cambodian”?
Depending on how it is used, “Cambodian” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “Cambodian” a common word?
“Cambodian” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Cambodian” have?
“Cambodian” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Cambodia, its people, or the Khmer language.
