Burmese/bɜːrˈmiːz/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/2National Identity Use 'Burmese' to refer to someone from Myanmar, respecting their national identity. She introduced her fiancé as Burmese. Pro Tip 2/2Singular and Plural 'Burmese' can be both singular and plural. Context determines the number of people. The Burmese are celebrating their New Year.