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ethnical

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈɛθnɪkəl/

KK: /ˈɛθnɪkəl/

adjective
Definition

Relating to a particular group of people who share a common culture, language, or heritage.


Example

The festival celebrates the ethnical diversity of the community.


Conversation
Sloth A
I found this great restaurant that serves ethnical dishes from all over the world.
Sloth B
That sounds amazing! I love trying food from different cultures.
Sloth A
Yeah, I think it’s important to appreciate ethnical diversity through cuisine.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It really opens your mind to new experiences.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cultural
racial
tribal
Antonyms
unrelated
universal
generic
Root Explanation

Ethnical → It is derived from "ethnos" (from Greek, meaning nation or people) and the suffix "-ical" (meaning pertaining to). The word "ethnical" refers to something that pertains to a particular nation or people, especially in terms of culture or identity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ethnos' which means 'people' — this helps you remember that 'ethnical' relates to the characteristics or culture of a specific group of people.

Visually Confused Words
ethical
unethical
tetanical
technical
inethical
ethically
pretechnical
metaphonical
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