Chinaman

Pronunciation: /ˈtʃaɪnəˌmæn/

Definitions of Chinaman

noun a person of Chinese descent, often considered offensive or outdated

Example Sentences

A1 The Chinaman served delicious dumplings at the local restaurant.

A2 My friend bought a beautiful silk robe from the Chinaman at the market.

B1 The Chinaman shared his traditional tea ceremony with us during our visit to China.

B2 The Chinaman's calligraphy skills were highly praised by art critics.

C1 The Chinaman's expertise in ancient Chinese medicine was sought after by many patients.

C2 The Chinaman's knowledge of Chinese history and culture was unparalleled.

Examples of Chinaman in a Sentence

formal The Chinaman who owns the restaurant down the street makes the best dumplings in town.

informal I heard that Chinaman is really good at fixing electronics.

slang Some people still use the term 'Chinaman' but it is considered offensive and outdated.

figurative Calling someone a 'Chinaman' is derogatory and should never be used.

Grammatical Forms of Chinaman

• past tense: Chinamen
• plural: Chinamen
• comparative: more Chinaman
• superlative: most Chinaman
• present tense: Chinaman
• future tense: will Chinaman
• perfect tense: have Chinaman
• continuous tense: Chinamaning
• singular: Chinaman
• positive degree: Chinaman
• infinitive: to Chinaman
• gerund: Chinamaning
• participle: Chinamaned

Origin and Evolution of Chinaman

First Known Use: 1700 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'Chinaman' originated as a term used to refer to a person of Chinese descent.

Evolution of the word: Originally used without negative connotations, the term 'Chinaman' later became considered offensive and derogatory due to its association with discrimination and stereotypes towards Chinese people.