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karen

/ˈkær.ən/

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noun

/ˈkær.ən/C1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к представителю разнообразной этнической группы из приграничных районов Таиланда и Мьянмы, или к их тибето-бирманскому языку.

A proper noun referring to a member of a diverse ethnic group from the border regions of Thailand and Myanmar, or their Tibeto-Burman language.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. The Karen languageB2formal

    A Tibeto-Burman language or group of languages spoken by the Karen people in the border regions of Thailand and Myanmar.

    ruКаренский язык

    • She is learning the Karen language to communicate with her relatives.
    • The Karen language has several dialects, including Sgaw and Pwo.
    • Linguists study the Karen languages to understand their unique tonal system.

    Synonymskarenic

  2. A female given nameA1formal

    A common first name for women, of Danish, German, or English origin.

    ruЖенское имя

    • Karen is a popular name in many countries.
    • My sister's name is Karen.
    • Karen will be joining us for dinner tonight.
  3. Stereotypical entitled womanB2informalamerican

    A slang term used to describe a middle-aged white woman perceived as demanding, privileged, and often complaining about minor issues.

    ruСтереотипная требовательная женщина

    • She had a complete Karen moment when she asked to speak to the manager.
    • Internet memes often mock the 'Karen' stereotype.
    • Avoid being a Karen by staying polite and patient.
Forms
  • karens plural form
  • karens' possessive plural form
  • karen's possessive singular form