How to Say "oriental" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “oriental” is “oriental” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
adjectiveA2
referring to Asian cultures or regions
Examples
Japón es un país oriental.
Japan is an eastern country.
Me encanta la comida oriental.
I love Eastern/Asian food.
One word for both genders
This word doesn't change its ending for men or women. You can say 'el hombre oriental' and 'la mujer oriental'.
Don't confuse with 'occidental'
Mistake: “Using 'oriental' to mean Western.”
Correction: Remember: 'Oriental' is East (where the sun rises), 'Occidental' is West (where the sun sets).
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