This is the 2524th most frequent Dutch word.
chinees
"Chinees" means "Chinese" in English, referring to something or someone from China.
Here, 'Chinees' is used as an adjective describing the type of food.
Ik heb gisteren Chinees gegeten.
I ate Chinese food yesterday.
In this sentence, 'Chinees' refers to the Chinese language.
Hij spreekt vloeiend Chinees.
He speaks fluent Chinese.
In this context, 'Chinees' is used as a noun referring to a Chinese restaurant or shop.