Chinglish

//ˈt͡ʃɪŋ(ɡ)lɪʃ// adj, name

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Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or resembling English that is influenced by the Chinese language. derogatory, sometimes
Proper Noun
  1. 1
    Spoken or written English which is influenced by the Chinese language. derogatory, sometimes

    "And as Global English evolves through the twenty-first century, Chinglish will, undoubtedly, continue to have a sizable impact."

  2. 2
    Spoken or written English which is influenced by the Chinese language.; Spoken or written English influenced by the Cantonese language. Hong-Kong, Macau, derogatory, especially, sometimes

Synonyms

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chinese english

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"And as Global English evolves through the twenty-first century, Chinglish will, undoubtedly, continue to have a sizable impact."

Etymology

Blend of Chinese + English.

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