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Cambodian

kam-BOH-dee-uhn

Cambodian (adjective) means relating to Cambodia, its people, or the Khmer language. Example: “We tried a traditional Cambodian curry.”

adjective

Relating to Cambodia, its people, or the Khmer language.

"We tried a traditional Cambodian curry."

noun

A person from Cambodia or of Cambodian descent.

"Many Cambodians settled in the city after the war."

The Khmer language, spoken in Cambodia.

How to use Cambodian

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes anything from Cambodia, or refers to a Cambodian person or the Khmer language.

Word forms

Cambodians plural

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Etymology

From Cambodia plus the adjective/noun suffix -an.

Synonyms

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Kampuchean

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Rhymes for Cambodian

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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.

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