cantonese

/ˌkæntəˈniz/
noun
  1. A Chinese language spoken mainly in southeastern China, Hong Kong, and Macau, and by many Chinese communities around the world.
    • She speaks Cantonese fluently because her family is from Hong Kong.
    • He is learning Cantonese to communicate with his grandparents.
    • Many restaurants in Chinatown have menus written in Cantonese.
  2. A person from the Canton region of China (now Guangdong province) or a person of Cantonese descent.
    • My neighbor is a Cantonese who moved here from Guangzhou.
    • The Cantonese have a rich culinary tradition.
    • Many Cantonese celebrate the Lunar New Year with special dishes.
adjective
  1. Relating to the Cantonese language, people, or culture.
    • She enjoys listening to Cantonese pop music.
    • Cantonese opera is a traditional art form with colorful costumes.
    • We ordered Cantonese fried rice at the restaurant.
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