How to use Chinese
Use Chinese as the adjective; use Chinese person for one person. In a sentence, choose the form that matches whether you are describing a person, a group or something connected with China.
Forms in English
English demonyms usually do not change for masculine and feminine forms. The important distinction is often between adjective, singular noun and plural noun.
| Main demonym | Chinese |
|---|---|
| Adjective | Chinese |
| One person | Chinese person |
| Plural | Chinese people |
Precision note
Chinese is used for people, language, culture and things related to China.
Examples in English
- “A Chinese person was included in the programme.”
- “Several Chinese people took part in the discussion.”
- “The article described a Chinese cultural event in a neutral way.”
Common questions about China
What is the demonym for China?
The English demonym for China is Chinese.
What do you call one person from China?
One person from China can be called a Chinese person.
What is the plural form?
The plural form used here is Chinese people.