Ambonese
|Am-bo-nese|
/ˌæmbəˈniːz/
related to Ambon Island or its people/language
Etymology
'Ambonese' originates from English, formed by adding the suffix '-ese' (denoting people or language) to 'Ambon,' the name of the island.
The word 'Ambonese' was created in English by analogy with other demonyms and language names, such as 'Chinese' or 'Japanese,' using the place name 'Ambon.'
Initially, it meant 'a person from Ambon,' but it also came to refer to the language and anything related to Ambon Island.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a native or inhabitant of Ambon, an island in Indonesia.
The Ambonese are known for their rich musical traditions.
Synonyms
Noun 2
the Austronesian language spoken on Ambon Island.
She is studying Ambonese as part of her research.
Adjective 1
relating to Ambon Island, its people, or their language.
Ambonese culture is influenced by both local and colonial histories.
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