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    Indien (en. Indian)

    /ɛ̃.djɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An inhabitant of India.
    He is Indian and speaks multiple languages.
    Il est indien et parle plusieurs langues.
    A member of the indigenous peoples of America.
    Indians have a rich cultural tradition.
    Les indiens ont une riche tradition culturelle.
    adjective
    Who is originally from India.
    Indian cuisine is famous for its spices.
    La cuisine indienne est réputée pour ses épices.
    Relating to the indigenous peoples of America.
    She studied the Indian cultures of North America.
    Elle a étudié les cultures indiennes d'Amérique du Nord.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'Indianus', derived from Greek 'Indos', which refers to India.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    American Indian
    Refers to the indigenous peoples of America.
    Indien d'Amérique
    Indian by adoption
    Refers to a person raised in an Indian culture but who is not of Indian descent.
    Indien par adoption

    Related Words

    India
    Country in South Asia.
    Inde
    Hinduism
    Major religion of India.
    hindouisme

    Slang Meanings

    A friendly term used to refer to an Indian friend.
    Hey, my Indian!
    Salut, mon indien !
    A stereotype about Indian cultural clichés.
    Stop with your Indian jokes, they’re not funny.
    Arrête avec tes blagues d'indien, c'est pas drôle.