Asian in Afrikaans
Asian in Afrikaans is Asiaat, Asiër — Asian means a person from Asia or of Asian descent — in North America and Australia the word is often used specifically for people of East or Southeast Asian background, while in Britain it more often refers to people of South Asian background.
Asian in Afrikaans
What does "Asian" mean?
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noun A person from Asia or of Asian descent — in North America and Australia the word is often used specifically for people of East or Southeast Asian background, while in Britain it more often refers to people of South Asian background.
"She identifies as Asian American, with family roots in Vietnam."
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adj Relating to or coming from Asia.
"The restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine."
Asian in a sentence
- She identifies as Asian American, with family roots in Vietnam.
- In the UK, "Asian" commonly refers to people with heritage from India, Pakistan, or Bangladesh.
- The restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine.
Common Afrikaans translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "Asian" in Afrikaans?
"Asian" in Afrikaans is Asiaat, Asiër. Asian means: A person from Asia or of Asian descent — in North America and Australia the word is often used specifically for people of East or Southeast Asian background, while in Britain it more often refers to people of South Asian background.
How do you use "Asian" in a sentence?
Example: "She identifies as Asian American, with family roots in Vietnam." In Afrikaans, "Asian" is Asiaat, Asiër.
Are there other ways to say "Asian" in Afrikaans?
Yes — Afrikaans has 2 translations listed for "Asian": Asiaat, Asiër.