# brazilians

/bɹəˈzɪɫjənz/ (US) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/brazilians
Updated: 2026-05-09

## Definition

people who are from Brazil or have Brazilian citizenship.

For teachers: the inhabitants or citizens of Brazil. Plural form of the demonym 'Brazilian'.

## Examples

- Many Brazilians enjoy playing and watching football.
- The festival in London attracted thousands of Brazilians living in the United Kingdom.
- While the diaspora is widespread, many Brazilians maintain strong cultural ties to their home country through music, food, and frequent travel.

## Usage notes

- As a plural demonym, it takes a plural verb and is always capitalised.

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