German word

asiatisch

Pronunciation

IPA/aˈzi̯aːtɪʃ/

Meaning

  • adjectiveAsian

Example

Ich mag asiatisches Essen.

I like Asian food.

Illustration for asiatisch (Asian)

More examples

Auf der Geschäftsreise traf er viele asiatische Partner.

On his business trip, he met many Asian business partners.

Core concept

Something comes from Asia or reflects an Asian context, whether in its origin, appearance, customs, or style.

Common phrases

  • asiatische Popkultur

    Asian pop culture

  • asiatische Filme

    Asian films

  • asiatische Musik

    Asian music

Similar words

chinesisch: Relating to China through its origins, culture, cuisine, or style.
japanisch: Reflecting Japanese origins, methods, appearance, taste, or style.
koreanisch: Reflecting Korean flavor, style, or product design.
indisch: Shaped by Indian spices, cooking methods, culture, or style.

Definition in German

Aus Asien stammend oder auf Asien bezogen; im asiatischen Stil.

Word origin

The adjective asiatisch developed from the place name Asia and the productive German suffix -isch, which forms adjectives meaning 'related to'.

Usage tips

  • As an adjective, asiatisch takes normal German endings, as in asiatisches Essen, asiatische Küche, and asiatischer Einfluss.

Other meanings

  • Asian-styleadjective

Opposites

Related words

  • AsiateAsiannoun
  • asiatisierenAsianizeverb

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