Burmese

usgb/bɜːrˈmiːz/
noun

A person from Burma (Myanmar).

My friend is a Burmese, he came from Yangon.
Visual representation of "burmese" - A person from Burma (Myanmar).

Often appears as...

  • burmese people
  • burmese citizen
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National Identity

Use 'Burmese' to refer to someone from Myanmar, respecting their national identity.

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She introduced her fiancé as Burmese.
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Singular and Plural

'Burmese' can be both singular and plural. Context determines the number of people.

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The Burmese are celebrating their New Year.
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