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    Oriental (en. Eastern)

    /o.ɾjenˈtal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who is originally from the East.
    The oriental has always had a rich cultural tradition.
    El oriental siempre ha tenido una rica tradición cultural.
    A thing that comes from the East.
    Eastern products are highly valued in the market.
    Los productos orientales son muy valorados en el mercado.
    adjective
    That belongs to or is related to the east.
    Eastern food is famous for its variety of flavors.
    La comida oriental es famosa por su variedad de sabores.
    Designates styles or characteristics unique to the east.
    Eastern art is characterized by its symbolism.
    El arte oriental se caracteriza por su simbolismo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'orientalis', which means 'from the east' or 'that comes from the east'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    eastern culture
    Set of traditions, customs, and values of eastern societies.
    cultura oriental
    eastern art
    Refers to the artistic style characteristic of cultures from the east.
    arte oriental
    eastern flavors
    Characteristic flavor of eastern cuisine, especially from Asia.
    sabores orientales

    Related Words

    east
    The direction where the sun rises; it also refers to the lands of the east.
    oriente
    asia
    The largest continent, located in the east of the world.
    asia
    tradition
    Set of customs and beliefs that are passed down from generation to generation.
    tradición

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term to refer to a person from Asian countries.
    That food is very eastern; it is made by an eastern chef.
    Esa comida es muy oriental, está hecha por un chef oriental.