South Sudanese

adjective

: of, relating to, or characteristic of South Sudan or its people

Note: South Sudan split from Sudan and became independent in 2011.

South Sudanese noun

plural South Sudanese

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2011, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of South Sudanese was in 2011

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“South Sudanese.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/South%20Sudanese. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.

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Last Updated: 24 Feb 2026 - Entry added

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