cantonese
/ˌkæntəˈniz/
noun
- 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.
- 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
- 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.