Sino-
|Si-no|
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/ˈsaɪnoʊ-/
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/ˈsaɪnəʊ-/
related to China
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Sino-' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'Sinae,' where 'Sinae' referred to the Chinese people or China.
Historical Evolution
'Sinae' transformed into the English prefix 'Sino-' and is used to denote Chinese-related terms.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the Chinese people, but over time it evolved into a prefix for anything related to China or Chinese culture.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a prefix used to denote a connection with China or Chinese culture.
The Sino-American relations have been a topic of discussion.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35