Word
africans
/ˈæfɹəkənz/
Definition
n. people who are from the continent of Africa or have their family roots there.
n. Individuals who are native to, inhabitants of, or descendants of the peoples of the African continent.
Examples
“Many Africans live in large, modern cities.”
“The conference brought together Africans from over thirty different countries to discuss regional trade.”
“Scholars often highlight the immense cultural and linguistic diversity among Africans, noting that the continent is home to over two thousand distinct languages.”
Examples
simple
“Many Africans live in large, modern cities.”
contextual
“The conference brought together Africans from over thirty different countries to discuss regional trade.”
complex
“Scholars often highlight the immense cultural and linguistic diversity among Africans, noting that the continent is home to over two thousand distinct languages.”
Usage
Always capitalized as it refers to a specific geographic and cultural identity.
Teaching tip
Remind students that Africa is a continent with 54 countries; 'Africans' is a broad term that covers many diverse cultures and languages.
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