Synonyms for

Brits

Verb / brɪts / Another word for brits — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Brits is a colloquial term for British people or things related to Great Britain.

Synonyms & similar words

british britisher briton brits britt britishpeople brit British Englishmen Anglo-Saxon Britons Limeys Pommy Rosbifs Sassenachs Taffies Jocks

Synonyms by register

Formal

English people citizens of the United Kingdom inhabitants of Britain

Informal

Poms Yanks Kiwis Aussies

Literary

Islanders Albionites

Antonyms

foreigners aliens outsiders non-natives strangers immigrants

Common collocations

  • proud to be
  • young
  • old
  • all
  • many
  • few
  • some
  • the

Word family

noun Britain

Usage note

Brits is an informal term for people from Britain or the UK. While common, it can sometimes be perceived as slightly dismissive or overly casual depending on the context and speaker.

Example sentences

  1. The Brits love soccer.
  2. My friend is a Brit.
  3. The Brits have a royal family.
  4. The Brits drive on the left side of the road.
  5. The Brits speak English.

Quotes

  • I'm a Brit, so I'm used to rain.
  • I'm proud to be a Brit and I love it.
  • I think the Brits have a unique sense of humor.

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