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Jews

Noun / dʒu:z / Another word for jews — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Jews are people who follow the religion of Judaism.

Synonyms & similar words

israelite jew hebrew Israelites Hebrews Zionists Ashkenazi Sephardim Mizrahim Judeans Yahudi Yehudim Yiddishkeit Abrahamics

Common collocations

  • Jewish people
  • Orthodox Jews
  • Reform Jews
  • secular Jews
  • practicing Jews
  • American Jews
  • European Jews

Word family

noun Jew
adjective Jewish

Usage note

The term 'Jew' can be used as a noun referring to a person belonging to the Jewish religion or ethnic group. It is also used as an adjective (e.g., 'Jewish culture'). While 'Jew' is a standard term, some prefer 'Jewish person' in certain contexts to emphasize individuality.

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Example sentences

  1. My neighbor is Jewish and celebrates Hanukkah.
  2. The Jewish community center hosts events for families.
  3. Many Jews visit Israel as a pilgrimage.
  4. Some Jews wear a kippah as a sign of respect.
  5. The Jewish holiday of Passover celebrates the exodus of the Israelites from Egypt.

Quotes

  • It is true that we are called Jews, but it is not true that we are Jews; on the contrary, we are called Jews in order to be so from a religious point of view.
  • The Jews are a peculiar people: things permitted to other nations are forbidden to the Jews.
  • I see nothing wrong with the Jews having a homeland.

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