sinification

1 9.9

A change that makes people, places, or customs more like Chinese in culture and language

noun
/ˌsɪnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Specialized

: sinificación

The sinification of local customs can be seen in many Asian countries.

Examples

The sinification of local customs was evident after years of Chinese rule.
Many scholars debate the extent of sinification in ancient Korean society.
Linguists have documented the sinification of vocabulary in several Southeast Asian languages.
Many historians study the sinification of Japan during the Tang dynasty.
The sinification of local customs is evident in the traditional festivals celebrated in the city.
Many restaurants in the area showcase the sinification of their menus by including popular Chinese dishes.
The school’s curriculum underwent sinification, incorporating Mandarin language classes and Chinese history lessons.

Synonyms

Sinicization

vssinification

Specialized

1 9.9

A process in which people, groups, or customs become more Chinese in culture, language and politics

shares the same meaning but uses a different form or spelling

Antonyms

Westernization

1 7.2

A change when people or places start to use Western ways and ideas

Surface Forms

sinification singular

sinifications plural

Morphology

sinification = sinify (semi-transparent) = sin + ify + ation

Adding '-ation' to 'sinify' creates a regular process noun, so the derivational step is clear.

Etymology

Sinification starts with Sino- meaning 'Chinese' and ends with -fication meaning 'making', as in simplification. So, sinification is the process of 'making' people, places, or customs more Chinese, which is why it means the spread or adoption of Chinese culture, language, or institutions.