People
People
People (pronunciation: /ˈpiːpəl/; etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French peple, people, from Latin populus) refers to a group of individuals who share a common characteristic or bond, such as nationality, race, religion, or common interests.
Definition
In its broadest sense, the term "people" can refer to any collection of individuals. In a more specific context, it can refer to a group of individuals who share a common identity in some way. This identity can be based on many different factors, including but not limited to geographical location, cultural heritage, language, or shared experiences.
Related Terms
- Population: The total number of people living in a specific area.
- Community: A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.
- Society: The aggregate of people living together in a more or less ordered community.
- Culture: The arts and other manifestations of human intellectual achievement regarded collectively.
- Ethnicity: The fact or state of belonging to a social group that has a common national or cultural tradition.
- Nationality: The status of belonging to a particular nation.
Etymology
The term "people" comes from the Middle English word "peple", which in turn comes from the Anglo-French "peple" or "people". The original Latin word is "populus", which means "the people".
Pronunciation
The word "people" is pronounced as /ˈpiːpəl/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on People
- Wikipedia's article - People
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