American English
/ˈneɪ.ʃn̩z/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of nation
Countries, especially those with their own governments and borders.
Practice out loudCountries, especially those with their own governments and borders.
Many nations participate in the Olympics.
The nations of Europe have diverse cultures.
In everyday English, countries is usually more common than nations when you mean places with their own governments.
Large groups of people who share a history, language, or culture and see themselves as one community.
The nations of the region share a long history.
Several nations have similar traditions.
a country whose government and national identity are closely connected
The nation-state became common in Europe.
an international organization that works to promote peace and cooperation between countries
The United Nations called for a ceasefire.