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Minorities Meaning in English

word · lemma: minority

maɪˈnɔɹətiz/, /məˈnɔɹətiz
my-NOR-i-teez or muh-NOR-i-teez
maɪnˈɒɹɪtiz
my-NOR-i-teez

释义

Groups of people who are different from the majority of the population in a country, often based on ethnicity, religion, or culture.

用法与细微差别

Used mainly in formal, academic, or governmental contexts. Often refers to ethnic or religious groups but can also mean any group smaller or less powerful than the dominant group. Avoid using in a negative or discriminatory way. Common phrase: 'ethnic minorities'.

例句

Some countries have many minorities with different languages.

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Laws protect the rights of minorities.

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Schools teach about the cultures of minorities.

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Minorities sometimes face challenges finding equal jobs.

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There are programs to support minorities in higher education.

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The city celebrates festivals of all its minorities every year.

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