Asian in German

Asian in German is asiatisch, Asiatin, Asiat — 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 German

asiatisch

adj

Of, relating to or from Asia.

Asiatin

noun

(US, Canada, Australia, NZ) A person from or with ancestry in East or Southeast Asia, occasionally South Asia.

Asiat

noun

(US, Canada, Australia, NZ) A person from or with ancestry in East or Southeast Asia, occasionally South Asia.

Asiate

noun

(US, Canada, Australia, NZ) A person from or with ancestry in East or Southeast Asia, occasionally South Asia.

What does "Asian" mean?

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."
adj Relating to or coming from Asia.
"The restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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.

Similar words in German

Indian Oriental Pakistani

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "Asian" in German?

"Asian" in German is asiatisch, Asiatin, Asiat. 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 German, "Asian" is asiatisch, Asiatin, Asiat.

Are there other ways to say "Asian" in German?

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "Asian": asiatisch, Asiatin, Asiat, Asiate.

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