Chinese Filipino

English

Etymology

From Chinese (adjective) +‎ Filipino (noun).

Pronunciation

  • (Philippines) IPA(key): /ˌt͡ʃaɪ̯.n̪ɪs fɪ.lɪˈpiː.n̪o/

Noun

Chinese Filipino (plural Chinese Filipinos)

  1. A Filipino with Chinese descent, whether mixed or pure ethnic Chinese, typically born and/or raised in the Philippines, especially one who identifies as such.
    Synonym: Chinoy

Adjective

Chinese Filipino (comparative more Chinese Filipino, superlative most Chinese Filipino)

  1. Of or pertaining to Chinese Filipino people, culture, or the languages characteristic of them.
    Synonyms: Chinoy, Fil-Chi, Chinese-Filipino, Filipino-Chinese

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