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nation

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈneɪʃən/

Forms: nations

nation means: A country with its own government.

noun

COUNTRYB1

A country with its own government.

  • It is a small island nation.
  • Several nations signed the agreement.
  • The nation elected a new president.

Similar words: country, state

Common phrases: a wealthy nation, island nation, developing nation, independent nation

SHARED PEOPLEB2

A large group of people who share a history, culture, language, or sense of belonging together.

  • They see themselves as one nation.
  • A nation can exist without its own state.
  • Their shared language helped unite the nation.

Similar words: people

Common phrases: a divided nation, nation without borders, a proud nation

Questions about nation

What does nation mean?

A country with its own government.

What is nation in other languages?

Türkçe: ülke · Español: país · Français: pays · Deutsch: Staat · Italiano: paese · 日本語: 国家

How do you pronounce nation?

It is pronounced /ˈneɪʃən/.

How do you use nation in a sentence?

It is a small island nation. Several nations signed the agreement.

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