País (en. Country)

/pais/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
An area of land defined by borders, with an organized political and social system.
France is a European country known for its culture and cuisine.
Francia es un país europeo conocido por su cultura y gastronomía.
A group of people living in a specific territory who share a cultural and social identity.
The country has a diverse population with multiple ethnicities.
El país tiene una población diversa con múltiples etnias.
An area with a government that exercises control over its citizens and resources.
The country offers free education to all its citizens.
El país ofrece educación gratuita para todos sus ciudadanos.

Etymology

From Latin 'pagus', which means locality or land.

Common Phrases and Expressions

developing country
A country that is in the process of economic growth and improvement of living conditions.
país en vías de desarrollo
neighboring country
A country that geographically borders another.
país vecino
country of origin
The country where a person is born or from which their parents come.
país de origen

Related Words

city
A populated place smaller than a country, which is part of it.
ciudad
nationality
The condition of being a citizen of a country.
nacionalidad
border
Geographical limit that separates two countries.
frontera

Slang Meanings

Land of opportunities
In this country, anyone can find a job if they work hard.
En este país, todos pueden encontrar trabajo si se esfuerzan.
The homeland
I always miss my homeland when I’m abroad.
Siempre echo de menos a mi terruño cuando estoy en el extranjero.