mei5 zik6 waa4 jan4美籍華人美籍华人
Jyutpingmei5 zik6 waa4 jan4
Yaleméih jihk wàh yàhn
Definition
American Chinese; a Chinese American.
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How it's used
This term is used to describe someone who holds American citizenship but is ethnically Chinese. It is a formal descriptor that is commonly used in news reports or when introducing someone's background. In casual conversation, people might simply refer to someone as 美國人 if their cultural background is already understood.
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He is an American Chinese, and he speaks Cantonese quite well.
Do you know where that American Chinese person lives?
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Common phrases
native-born American Chinese
Common mistake
Avoid using this term to describe someone who is just visiting from the United States, as it specifically refers to their citizenship status rather than their current location or travel status.
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Grammar guides
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