El país
Example: España es un país con mucha historia y cultura.
Definition
"El país" refers to a nation or a defined geographic area recognized as an independent political entity, often with its own government, culture, and history. For example, Spain is a "país" with a rich history and diverse cultural heritage.
Etymology
The term "el país" originates from the Latin word 'pagus,' meaning a rural district or region. Over time, it evolved in the Romance languages to denote a country or nation. Did you know? The concept of a "país" has grown from small local communities to the modern idea of a sovereign state.
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"El país" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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