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Word

armenians

Phoneticsar·me·ni·ans

/ɑɹˈminiənz/

Definition

n. people who come from Armenia or have ancestors from that country. They share a common language, culture, and history.

n. individuals belonging to an ethnic group native to the Armenian Highlands and the country of Armenia. Often refers to the global diaspora as well as the citizens of the Republic of Armenia.

Examples

“Many Armenians live in cities like Los Angeles and Paris.”

“The local community center hosts a festival every year to celebrate the traditions of Armenians living in the area.”

“Throughout history, Armenians have maintained a distinct cultural identity through their unique alphabet and the early adoption of Christianity as a state religion.”

Examples

simple

“Many Armenians live in cities like Los Angeles and Paris.”

contextual

“The local community center hosts a festival every year to celebrate the traditions of Armenians living in the area.”

complex

“Throughout history, Armenians have maintained a distinct cultural identity through their unique alphabet and the early adoption of Christianity as a state religion.”

Usage

Plural form of 'Armenian'; takes a plural verb and refers to the people as a collective group.

Real-World Examples

“Armenians believed it was the belt of Tir, the sun god; whereas for the Cherokee, it is the hem of the sun’s coat.”
BBC · 9 Apr 2020

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Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
Occasional
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