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Nation

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈneɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈneɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Nation

a country considered as a group of people with the same language, culture and history, who live in a particular area under one government

In simple words: A country or large area with its own government.

Nation in a sentence

• The nation celebrated its independence day with a grand parade.
• Many people dream of traveling to every nation in the world.
• In times of war, the nation must come together to support its soldiers.
• Her research focused on the cultural identities within the same nation.
• The nation is defined by its unique history and traditions.
• Each nation has its own flag that symbolizes its values.
• The comedian joked that everyone in the nation loves pizza.
• Their friendship transcended national borders, uniting two nations.

How to use Nation

Use 'nation' in formal contexts like politics or history discussions. It may not be appropriate in casual conversations where 'country' is simpler.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'nation' as a 'native' place where people belong.

Related words

Collocations with Nation

• large
• little
• small
• build
• create
• divide
• state
• across a/​the nation
• among nations
• in a/​the nation
• the birth of a/​the nation
• the interests of a/​the nation
• the life of a/​the nation
• large
• little
• small
• build
• create
• divide
• state
• across a/​the nation
• among nations
• in a/​the nation
• the birth of a/​the nation
• the interests of a/​the nation
• the life of a/​the nation

Synonyms for Nation

• population
• tribe

Opposites of Nation

• multinational
• stateless

Common mistakes with Nation

• Confused with 'nationality' which refers to the identity of people.
• Using 'nation' to refer to a small region or local area.
• Mixing up 'nation' with 'state' which can have different meanings in certain political contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Nation

What does Nation mean?

A country or large area with its own government.

What is the definition of Nation?

a country considered as a group of people with the same language, culture and history, who live in a particular area under one government

How do you use Nation in a sentence?

The nation celebrated its independence day with a grand parade.

Can you give another example of Nation?

Many people dream of traveling to every nation in the world.

What are synonyms for Nation?

Common alternatives include population, tribe.

What is the opposite of Nation?

Opposite meanings include multinational, stateless.

What words go with Nation?

It commonly pairs with large, little, small, build, create, divide, state, across a/​the nation, among nations, in a/​the nation, the birth of a/​the nation, the interests of a/​the nation, the life of a/​the nation, large, little, small, build, create, divide, state, across a/​the nation, among nations, in a/​the nation, the birth of a/​the nation, the interests of a/​the nation, the life of a/​the nation.

What are common mistakes when using Nation?

Confused with 'nationality' which refers to the identity of people. Using 'nation' to refer to a small region or local area. Mixing up 'nation' with 'state' which can have different meanings in certain political contexts.

How do you pronounce Nation?

US: /["/ˈneɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˈneɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Nation?

Use 'nation' in formal contexts like politics or history discussions. It may not be appropriate in casual conversations where 'country' is simpler.

What CEFR level is Nation?

"Nation" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.