"desi" in Chinese (Simplified)
南亚(裔)人
Definition
来自印度次大陆(特别是印度、巴基斯坦或孟加拉国)的人或其后代,也指与南亚文化相关的事物。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
“Desi”属非正式用语,多用于海外南亚社群内部,指南亚人及其文化或食物。既可作名词,也可作形容词,少在南亚之外使用,一般为中性或积极含义。
Examples
My parents are desi and love South Asian food.
我的父母是**南亚人**,很喜欢南亚美食。
She speaks desi languages at home.
她在家里说**南亚**语言。
This restaurant serves amazing desi food.
这家餐厅供应美味的**南亚**菜肴。
A lot of desi kids celebrate both Diwali and Christmas here.
很多**南亚裔**孩子在这里既过排灯节也过圣诞节。
My friend is really proud to be desi and always shares her culture.
我朋友很自豪自己是**南亚人**,总是分享她的文化。
They organized a big desi wedding with lots of music and colors.
他们办了一场盛大的**南亚式**婚礼,非常热闹又多彩。