Pronunciation

/əˈmɛrɪkə/

Definitions

Noun

1. Country: A continent located in the Western Hemisphere, consisting of 50 states, a federal district (District of Columbia), and five territories. The United States is often referred to colloquially as “America.” Example: “The Statue of Liberty stands as a symbol of America’s freedom.”
2. Federation: A collective of nations or states that form a political union, such as the United States of America. Example: “America is known for its diverse cultural melting pot.”
3. Continent: One of the seven large landmasses on Earth, including North and South America. Example: “South America is home to the Amazon rainforest.”

Verb

1. To refer to or affiliate with the United States or its people. Example: “She proudly declared herself an American citizen.”
2. To acknowledge or recognize someone from a geographical region. Example: “He waved at the Americans on the beach.”

Adjective

1. Relating to or characteristic of the United States or its inhabitants. Example: “American cuisine varies widely across the country.”
2. Of or from the Americas. Example: “This bird is an American species.”

Phrases

• “Welcome to America”
• “American Dream”
• “Land of the free, home of the brave”
• “From sea to shining sea”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The immigrants arrived in America seeking a better life.”
• Verb: “I’m planning a road trip across America this summer.”
• Adjective: “The American flag flies high over the White House.”

Synonyms

• United States
• USA
• U.S.
• States
• American nation
• American republic