Hainanese

/ˌhaɪnænˈiːz/ adjective

Definition

Relating to Hainan, a province in China, or its people, culture, and cuisine.

Etymology

From Hainan (a Chinese island province) + English suffix '-ese' (denoting nationality or origin). The suffix comes from Portuguese trade language and became standard for Asian place names in English.

Kelly Says

Hainanese chicken rice is one of the most beloved dishes across Southeast Asia and started as simple peasant food—now it's so popular that chefs compete internationally to perfect it!

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