Ukrainian · Family & People
Люди
lyudy
People
Beginnernoun
Definition
People; lyudyna, a person.
Example
Українські люди стійкі й добрі.
Ukrainian people are resilient and kind.
Etymology
'Люди' (lyudy) traces its roots back to the Proto-Slavic '*ludi', meaning 'people.' The term has remained central in describing human beings and communities in Slavic languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Люди' is widely used in both formal and informal speech and writing, applicable in discussions about social issues, community, and relationships.