03-19-2017, 12:45 PM
(03-19-2017, 11:00 AM)SunsetBengal Wrote: No, not really. In fact, I don't even refer to people from SE Asia as Orientals. I just thought this was a good topic that we could all have a little fun with.
The definition of the Orient has changed over time. One definition is the area east of Europe which could mean the Cossacks are Oriental or Asian depending upon which term is preferred. I think it is more common for the British to use the term Oriental and Americans to use Asian. Although I don't think there is any standard. I think it is just something that has changed over time and varies by location/culture. I think if we looked at the US Census it would probably list Asian as a category instead of Oriental. I have some trouble with Asian vs. Pacific Islander. These terms and definitions aren't set in stone and change.
