germans
word · lemma: german
Definition
People from Germany, or people whose nationality is German. It is the plural form of 'German' when talking about people.
Usage & Nuances
Usually written with a capital letter: 'German' / 'Germans'. It refers to nationality, not the German language; for the language, use 'German' without a plural meaning. Be careful: 'the Germans' means the German people as a group.
Example Sentences
Many Germans speak English well.
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The Germans in our class are very friendly.
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The hotel was full of Germans in summer.
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We met some Germans on the train, and they gave us great tips for Berlin.
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At the festival, the Germans were easy to spot because they were all wearing team scarves.
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The locals joked that the beach disappears every August because the Germans arrive.
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