Nations (en. Nations)

/na.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A group of individuals sharing a common culture, history, and territory.

The nations of the world often meet to discuss global issues.

Les nations du monde se réunissent souvent pour discuter de questions globales.

A sovereign state or a country recognized as such.

France is one of the most influential nations in Europe.

La France est l'une des nations les plus influentes en Europe.

A political community whose members share a common identity.

Indigenous nations often have specific rights under the law.

Les nations autochtones ont souvent des droits spécifiques en vertu de la loi.

The word 'nation' comes from the Latin 'natio', which means 'birth' or 'people'.

United Nations

An international organization founded to promote peace and cooperation among nations.

nations unies

law of nations

A set of rules governing relations between states.

droit des nations

conflict between nations

A disagreement that can lead to war or international tensions.

conflit entre nations

nationality

Characteristic that defines an individual's belonging to a nation.

nationalité

nationalism

Ideology that values the identity and unity of a nation.

nationalisme

multinational

Describes a company or organization that operates in multiple nations.

multinational

Collective of people sharing values or a culture.

We meet among nations during the national holiday.

On se retrouve entre nations lors de la fête nationale.

Groups or communities with strong cultural specificities.

It’s a nation that stands out for its gastronomy.

C'est une nations qui se distingue par sa gastronomie.