How to Pronounce "chinamen"
word
ˈtʃaɪnəmən
CHY-nuh-muhn
ˈtʃaɪnəmən
CHY-nuh-muhn
Definition
An outdated and offensive term formerly used in English to refer to Chinese men or people from China. Now considered derogatory and not used in polite conversation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃaɪnəmən
British English
ˈtʃaɪnəmən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHY-nuh-muhn
UK
CHY-nuh-muhn
Listen in Context
The word Chinamen was once used in old books.
Do not call anyone Chinamen today.
Chinamen is a word you should avoid.
Some old movies use the term Chinamen, but it's offensive now.