CEFR C1

compatriot

noun

Meaning

A person from the same country as another.

Examples

She was delighted to meet a compatriot while traveling abroad, making her feel less homesick.
The two tennis players, both from Spain, embraced after the match as true compatriots.

Synonyms: countryman, fellow citizen, national, kinsman

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compatriot (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /kəmˈpætriət/

Definition

A person from the same country as another.

Examples

She was delighted to meet a compatriot while traveling abroad, making her feel less homesick.
The two tennis players, both from Spain, embraced after the match as true compatriots.
He felt a strong sense of solidarity with his compatriots during the national celebration.

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