Palestinian Meaning in English
word
ˌpæɫɪˈstɪniən
pal-uh-STIN-ee-uhn
ˌpælɪˈstɪniən
pal-ih-STIN-ee-uhn
Definition
A Palestinian is a person from Palestine or of Palestinian descent. The term can also describe something related to Palestine, such as culture or history.
Usage & Nuances
Used both as a noun (a Palestinian) and adjective (Palestinian food, Palestinian conflict). Do not confuse with 'Palestine' (the geographic area). Generally neutral/formal; context may be sensitive or political.
Spanish: palestino - palestinaPortuguese (BR): palestino - palestinaPortuguese (PT): palestiniano - palestinianaChinese (Simplified): 巴勒斯坦人Chinese (Traditional): 巴勒斯坦人Hindi: फ़िलिस्तीनीArabic: فلسطينيBengali: ফিলিস্তিনিRussian: палестинец - палестинка - палестинскийJapanese: パレスチナ人 - パレスチナのVietnamese: người Palestine - thuộc về PalestineKorean: 팔레스타인 사람 - 팔레스타인(의)Turkish: Filistinli - Filistin'e aitUrdu: فلسطینیIndonesian: Palestina - orang Palestina
Example Sentences
My friend is Palestinian.
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She enjoys Palestinian food.
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The Palestinian flag is red, green, black, and white.
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He is proud of his Palestinian heritage.
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Many Palestinians live around the world today.
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The documentary tells the story of a young Palestinian family.
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