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United Kingdom

Sovereign state off the northwestern coast of Europe.

UK Great Britain

A sovereign state located off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe. Composed of four countries – England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland – it is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system of government.

Pronunciation

/juːnaɪtɪd kɪnɡdəm/

Etymology

The United Kingdom is a name derived from the union of several kingdoms, including England, Scotland, and Ireland.

Explain Like I’m 5

The United Kingdom is a group of islands off the coast of Europe where people speak English and have a long history.

Fun Facts

Big Ben is actually the name of the bell inside Elizabeth Tower, not the tower itself
, The UK has over 200 different languages spoken
, Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument in England

FAQ

What is the capital? London, What are the countries that make up the UK? England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Is English an official language? Yes

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

sovereign state

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Europe

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