No. 16,944 in Russian
соотечественники
"Соотечественники" means "compatriots" or "fellow countrymen" in English.
In a sentence
Многие соотечественники поддерживают друг друга за границей.
Many compatriots support each other abroad.
In this sentence, 'соотечественники' refers to individuals from the same country supporting each other while living abroad.
На встрече соотечественников обсуждали будущее культуры.
At the meeting of compatriots, they discussed the future of culture.
Here, 'соотечественники' denotes individuals from the same country gathered to discuss cultural matters.
Наши соотечественники добились значительных успехов в различных областях.
Our compatriots have achieved significant success in various fields.
In this sentence, 'соотечественники' represents people from the same country who have accomplished notable achievements.
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