Briton: meaning, definitions and examples
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Briton
[ ˈbrɪtən ]
citizen of the UK
A Briton is a citizen of the United Kingdom. The term is often used to refer to people from England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland collectively. Britons are known for their diverse culture, history, and traditions.
Synonyms
British person, UK citizen
Examples of usage
- She is a proud Briton.
- Britons celebrate various holidays throughout the year.
Translations
Translations of the word "Briton" in other languages:
🇵🇹 Britânico
🇮🇳 ब्रिटोन
🇩🇪 Brite
🇮🇩 Orang Inggris
🇺🇦 Британець
🇵🇱 Brytyjczyk
🇯🇵 英国人 (えいこくじん)
🇫🇷 Britannique
🇪🇸 Británico
🇹🇷 Britanyalı
🇰🇷 영국인 (yeonggugin)
🇸🇦 بريطاني
🇨🇿 Brit
🇸🇰 Brit
🇨🇳 英国人 (yīngguórén)
🇸🇮 Britanec
🇮🇸 Bret
🇰🇿 Британдық
🇬🇪 ბრიტონი
🇦🇿 Britaniyalı
🇲🇽 Británico
Word origin
The term Briton has its origins in the ancient Roman period when the Romans referred to the inhabitants of the island of Great Britain as Britons. Over time, the term evolved to specifically refer to the people of the United Kingdom. The history of Britons is intertwined with the history of the UK, including its formation, growth, and cultural development.