Annamese

From Annam +‎ -ese.

• IPA^(key): /ˌæn.əˈmiz/

Annamese

1. (obsolete, uncountable) A former name of the Vietnamese language, also called Annamite.

Annamese (plural Annamese)

1. (countable) A native or inhabitant of Vietnam or Annam.

• As with other terms for people formed with -ese, the countable singular noun in reference to a person (as in "I am an Annamese", "writing about Annamese cuisine as an Annamese") is uncommon and often taken as incorrect. In its place, the adjective is used, by itself (as in "I am Annamese") or with a word like person, man, or woman ("writing about Annamese cuisine as an Annamese person").

Annamese (not comparable)

1. Pertaining to Annam.

• Annamite