Cool MateAmerica vs This america
When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.
America
Top 1,000 (very common)
This america
Top 5,000 (fairly common)
Most common: America
| America | This america | |
|---|---|---|
| Pronunciation | 🇬🇧 //əˈmɛrɪkə//🇺🇸 //əˈmɛrɪkə// | 🇬🇧 //ðɪs əˈmɛrɪkə//🇺🇸 //ðɪs əˈmɛrɪkə// |
| Meaning | A country in North America known for its diverse culture and geography. | Refers to the United States of America, a country. |
| Example | Many people dream of moving to America. | In this America, we value freedom and democracy. |
| Register | Neutral | Neutral |
| How common | Top 1,000 (very common) | Top 5,000 (fairly common) |
| Collocations | American culture, United States, America's history | this America, living in this America, this America today |
| Antonyms | Europe, Asia | - |
| Common mistakes | Confused with 'Americas' when referring to both North and South., Assuming it refers only to the United States. | Confused with 'America' as a whole (including Canada and Mexico)., Using it in overly formal writing., Assuming 'this America' refers to anything outside the U.S. |
| Usage notes | Typically used in both formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it when referring to specific regions like South America. | Commonly used in discussions about culture, politics, or geography. It's typically informal; use 'the United States' in formal contexts. |
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Frequently asked questions: America vs This america
What's the difference between America and This america?
America: A country in North America known for its diverse culture and geography. This america: Refers to the United States of America, a country.
Which is more common: America and This america?
America is the most common in everyday English.
Can you show an example of each?
America: Many people dream of moving to America. This america: In this America, we value freedom and democracy.
Can I use America and This america interchangeably?
Not always. America and This america are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.