Chinoy
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English[edit]
Alternative forms[edit]
Etymology[edit]
Borrowed from Tagalog Tsinoy, modeled after a blend of Spanish chino (“Chinese”) + Tagalog Pinoy (“Filipino”). See also Indonesian chindo.
Pronunciation[edit]
- (Philippine) IPA(key): /t͡ʃɪˈnoɪ̯/
Noun[edit]
Chinoy (plural Chinoys)
- Chinese Filipino; a Filipino with Chinese descent, whether mixed or pure ethnic Chinese, especially one who identifies as such.
Adjective[edit]
Chinoy (comparative more Chinoy, superlative most Chinoy)
- Of or pertaining to Chinese Filipino people, culture, or the languages characteristic of them.