# ukrainians

/juˈkɹeɪniənz/ (US) · CEFR B1 · Noun

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

## Definition

people who are from Ukraine or have Ukrainian citizenship. It can also describe people with Ukrainian family roots living in other countries.

For teachers: the people of Ukraine or those of Ukrainian descent. Refers collectively to the citizens of the nation or the ethnic group.

## Examples

- Many Ukrainians live in the capital city of Kyiv.
- During the international festival, several Ukrainians performed traditional folk dances in the main square.
- The diaspora includes millions of Ukrainians who have maintained their cultural heritage and language across several generations in North America and Europe.

## Usage notes

- Takes a plural verb. When used as a collective noun for the entire population, it is typically preceded by 'the'.

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