This is the 16944th most frequent Russian word.
соотечественники
"Соотечественники" means "compatriots" or "fellow countrymen" in English.
In this sentence, 'соотечественники' refers to individuals from the same country supporting each other while living abroad.
Многие соотечественники поддерживают друг друга за границей.
Many compatriots support each other abroad.
Here, 'соотечественники' denotes individuals from the same country gathered to discuss cultural matters.
На встрече соотечественников обсуждали будущее культуры.
At the meeting of compatriots, they discussed the future of culture.
In this sentence, 'соотечественники' represents people from the same country who have accomplished notable achievements.