# Cambodian

/ˌkæmˈboʊdiən/ (US) · CEFR B1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/cambodian
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

relating to the country of Cambodia, its people, or its language.

For teachers: relating to the nation of Cambodia, its inhabitants, or the Khmer language. Often used attributively to describe cultural or national identity.

## Examples

- I love eating traditional Cambodian food.
- The museum features a stunning collection of ancient Cambodian sculptures from the Angkor period.
- The Cambodian government has invested heavily in infrastructure projects to better connect the rural provinces with the bustling capital of Phnom Penh.

## Usage notes

- Typically precedes the noun it modifies; when referring to the language, it is used as a proper noun.

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