# DIAS

/ˈdaɪəz/ (US) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/dias
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a group of people from the same country who live in another country. It is a more formal way to say 'diaspora'.

For teachers: a group of people who have left their native country and are now living in another country. Often used in academic or political contexts to describe the global distribution of a specific population.

## Examples

- The Greek diaspora has a large presence in many European cities.
- Researchers are studying how the Indian diaspora maintains its cultural traditions while living in different parts of the world.
- The political scientist argued that the Jewish diaspora has historically served as a bridge between different cultures, facilitating the exchange of ideas across borders.

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