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pakistanis

n. plural-only
B1 Intermediate US //ˌpækɪˈstæniz// pak·ista·nis

n. people who come from Pakistan or have a family background from that country.

n. individuals who are citizens of Pakistan or are of Pakistani descent.


SIMPLE

Many Pakistanis live and work in London.

CONTEXTUAL

The local community center organized a festival to celebrate the cultural heritage of Pakistanis living in the city.

COMPLEX

The diaspora of Pakistanis across Europe has contributed significantly to the culinary and textile industries of their host nations while maintaining strong linguistic ties to their homeland.

Synonyms
Usage

As a plural noun referring to a group of people, it takes a plural verb agreement.

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