Sinophile
/ˈsaɪ.nəˌfaɪl/noun
A person who has a strong admiration for Chinese culture and people.
Did you know?The term 'Sinophile' reflects not just affection, but a long history of fascination with China's rich traditions and philosophies that date back thousands of years.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*bʰel-
“to shine, to burn, or to be radiant.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
φιλία (philia)
“deep friendship or strong affection.”
Latin
Latin
philosophia
“love of wisdom, combining 'philia' with 'sophia' (wisdom).”
16th Century
French
sinophile
“a term used to describe those who expressed admiration for Chinese culture.”
Modern English
English
Sinophile
“a contemporary term for individuals who embrace and admire Chinese culture.”
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