🤣 British people are those who come from, or are citizens of, the United Kingdom (UK), which is made up of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Being “British” can refer to nationality—holding UK citizenship—or more broadly to cultural identity tied to the UK. They share a long history shaped by monarchy, empire, and cultural influence across the world, and today British people are known for diverse traditions, languages (mainly English, but also Welsh, Scots Gaelic, and Irish), and