# Jews

/ˈdʒuz/ (US)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/jews
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Senses

### 1. people of a specific group

noun · CEFR B1

people who belong to the Jewish religion or ethnic group.

For teachers: plural form of Jew; refers to individuals belonging to the Jewish ethnoreligious group or practicing Judaism.

- Many Jews celebrate the holiday of Hanukkah during the winter.
- The history of the Jews in Europe is a complex narrative of cultural contribution, resilience, and periods of significant persecution.

Usage: Always capitalized as it refers to a specific ethnic and religious group.

## Examples

- Many Jews celebrate the holiday of Hanukkah in the winter.
- The local community center offers programs for Jews and people of all other backgrounds to learn about history.
- Throughout history, Jews have maintained a distinct cultural identity while contributing significantly to the legal, scientific, and artistic developments of the various nations in which they settled.

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