die Volksgruppen
Translation
ethnic groups, peoples, nationalities
Examples
In der Region leben verschiedene Volksgruppen zusammen.
Different ethnic groups live together in the region.
Die Regierung schützt die Rechte der nationalen Volksgruppen.
The government protects the rights of national ethnic groups.
Grammar Patterns
((to an ethnic group)) belong to belong to an ethnic group He belongs to a recognized ethnic group.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ethnische Gruppen (ethnic groups), Minderheiten (minorities)
Etymology
From 'Volk' (people/ethnic group) and 'Gruppen' (groups). Literally 'groups of people'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'folk groups' - different groups of folk (people) living in a country.