🇨🇳 How to say

“country” in Chinese

国家guójiā
Illustration of "country" in a Chinese cultural setting
A colorful world map hangs on a classroom wall, with different countries outlined in bold colors and labeled with their names.

Usage note

国家 combines 国 (nation) and 家 (home), suggesting a country is like a big home for its people; it's a neutral and common word used in both formal and everyday contexts.

Examples

  • 中国是一个很大的国家。

    China is a very big country.

  • 我喜欢我的国家。

    I like my country.

  • 你去过几个国家？

    How many countries have you been to?

Quick check

What does "国家" mean?

  • A. country
  • B. fire
  • C. home
  • D. building

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