# Asian

/ˈeɪʒən/ (US) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/asian
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

a person who comes from Asia or whose family is originally from there.

For teachers: a person of Asian descent or a native or inhabitant of the continent of Asia.

## Examples

- Many Asians live in this neighborhood.
- The university student union hosted a festival celebrating the diverse cultures of Asians from across the continent.
- The census data provides a detailed breakdown of the various ethnic groups that identify as Asian within the metropolitan area.

## Usage notes

- When used as a noun to refer to people, it is always capitalized. In British English, it often specifically refers to people from South Asia, while in American English, it more commonly refers to people from East Asia.

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