Sino
/ˈsiː.noʊ/noun
Pertaining to China or Chinese culture.
Did you know?The term 'Sino' stems from the Latin 'Sinae', a name used in ancient texts referring to the Chinese people, suggesting a long history of Western fascination with the East.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
Sinae
“A classical name for the Chinese people and their land.”
Middle Ages
Medieval Latin
Sina
“An adaptation of 'Sinae', often used in trade documents.”
16th Century
Spanish
Sino
“Referring to China in the context of trade and exploration.”
19th Century
English
Sino-
“Prefix used in English to denote anything related to China, especially in terms like 'Sino-Japanese'.”