Lebanese

American  

[leb-uh-neez, -nees] / ˌlɛb əˈniz, -ˈnis /

adjective

1. of or relating to Lebanon or its people.

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noun

plural

Lebanese

1. a native or inhabitant of Lebanon.

Lebanese British  

/ ˌlɛbəˈniːz /

adjective

1. of or relating to Lebanon or its inhabitants

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Lebanon

Usage

Lebanese is used as a plural noun (a candidate favored by the Lebanese ), but it's relatively rare as a singular noun (the candidate who is a Lebanese ).

Other Word Forms

• anti-Lebanese
  adjective
• pro-Lebanese
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of Lebanese

First recorded in 1915–20; Leban(on) + -ese

Example Sentences

Before the meeting with the Israeli envoy, Le Pen had the previous day been seen meeting the Lebanese ambassador, who thanked her for her solidarity as his country sought a lasting ceasefire with neighbouring Israel.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

The diplomat’s defiance highlights the weakness of the Lebanese government as war returns to the country.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Since then, more than 2,500 people have been killed in Lebanon, including 103 health professionals, according to the Lebanese health ministry.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

"I think there's a very good chance of having peace. I think it should be an easy one," he told reporters Thursday during a meeting between Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Then Fairuz, the beloved Lebanese singer, wailed the show’s theme song.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat