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syrians

n. plural-only
B1 Intermediate US //ˈsɪɹiənz// syr·i·ans

n. people who come from or live in Syria. You use this word to talk about the citizens of that country.

n. individuals who are citizens of or have their origins in the Syrian Arab Republic. This plural form refers to the people of the nation as a collective group.


SIMPLE

Many Syrians live in the capital city of Damascus.

CONTEXTUAL

The local community center hosted a dinner to welcome several Syrians who recently moved to the neighborhood.

COMPLEX

Throughout history, Syrians have contributed significantly to the cultural and scientific advancements of the Levant, maintaining a rich heritage despite periods of intense regional upheaval.

Synonyms
Usage

As a proper noun, it must always be capitalized. It takes plural verb agreement.

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