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26 English words with meanings: Japan, Middle East, national, Poland, Polish… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

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Word list

  1. Japan /dʒə'pæn/ (noun) — an island country in East Asia, east of China and Korea
    Example: Japan has many beautiful temples.
  2. Middle East /,mɪdəl 'i:st/ (noun) — the region of western Asia and northeastern Africa
    Example: The Middle East has a long history.
  3. national /'næʃənəl/ (adjective) — relating to a whole country
    Example: National laws apply across the country.
    Synonyms: countrywide, statewide, domestic
  4. Poland /'poʊlənd/ (noun) — a country in central Europe, east of Germany
    Example: Poland is in central Europe.
  5. Polish /'poʊlɪʃ/ (adjective) — relating to the country of Poland or its people
    Example: She is Polish and speaks two languages.
    Synonyms: Polish-born, from Poland
  6. Portuguese /,pɔ:rtʃə'ɡi:z/ (adjective) — relating to Portugal or its people
    Example: He can speak Portuguese.
    Synonyms: from Portugal, Lusitanian
  7. quite a long way /'kwaɪt ə lɔ:ŋ weɪ/ (phrase) — a fairly large distance
    Example: The station is quite a long way from here.
    Synonyms: a good distance, far away, a long way
  8. regional /'ri:dʒənəl/ (adjective) — relating to a particular area of a country
    Example: She works for a regional newspaper.
    Synonyms: local, area-based, district
  9. Russia /'rʌʃə/ (noun) — a very large country in eastern Europe and northern Asia
    Example: Russia is the largest country in the world.
    Synonyms: the Russian Federation
  10. Russian /'rʌʃən/ (adjective) — relating to Russia or its people
    Example: My teacher is Russian.
    Synonyms: from Russia, Russian-born
  11. Saudi Arabia /,saʊdi ə'reɪbiə/ (noun) — a country on the Arabian Peninsula with Riyadh as its capital
    Example: Saudi Arabia is rich in oil.
    Synonyms: the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  12. Saudi Arabian /,saʊdi ə'reɪbiən/ (adjective) — relating to Saudi Arabia or its people
    Example: She met a Saudi Arabian student.
    Synonyms: from Saudi Arabia, Saudi
  13. Scandinavia /,skændɪ'neɪviə/ (noun) — the northern European region including Norway, Sweden, and Denmark
    Example: Scandinavia has long winters.
    Synonyms: the Nordic region, Northern Europe
  14. South America /,saʊθ ə'mɛrɪkə/ (noun) — the continent south of North America
    Example: South America has many rainforests.
    Synonyms: the southern Americas
  15. South Korea /,saʊθ kə'ri:ə/ (noun) — a country in East Asia, south of North Korea
    Example: South Korea is known for its technology.
    Synonyms: the Republic of Korea
  16. Spain /speɪn/ (noun) — a country in southwestern Europe on the Iberian Peninsula
    Example: Spain is a popular travel destination.
    Synonyms: the Kingdom of Spain
  17. Spanish /'spænɪʃ/ (adjective) — relating to Spain or its people
    Example: Spanish is spoken in many countries.
    Synonyms: from Spain, Hispanic
  18. Swiss /swɪs/ (adjective) — relating to Switzerland or its people
    Example: Swiss chocolate is famous worldwide.
    Synonyms: from Switzerland, Swiss-made
  19. Switzerland /'swɪtsərlənd/ (noun) — a mountainous country in central Europe
    Example: Switzerland is known for its mountains.
    Synonyms: the Swiss Confederation
  20. Thai /taɪ/ (adjective) — relating to Thailand or its people
    Example: Thai food is very popular.
    Synonyms: from Thailand, Thai-born
  21. Thailand /'taɪ.lænd/ (noun) — a country in Southeast Asia, east of Myanmar
    Example: We visited Thailand last summer.
    Synonyms: Thai Kingdom
  22. Turkey /'tɜ:r.ki/ (noun) — a country in western Asia and southeastern Europe
    Example: Turkey is famous for its food and history.
    Synonyms: the Republic of Turkey
  23. Turkish /'tɜ:r.kɪʃ/ (adjective) — relating to Turkey or its people
    Example: She speaks Turkish at home.
    Synonyms: from Turkey, Turkic
  24. UK /,ju:'keɪ/ (noun) — the country made up of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
    Example: The UK is known for its rainy weather.
    Synonyms: Britain, Great Britain
  25. United States of America /ju:,naɪtɪd ,steɪts əv ə'mɛrɪkə/ (noun) — a country in North America made up of 50 states
    Example: The United States of America is a large country.
    Synonyms: the US, America
  26. USA /,ju:,es'eɪ/ (noun) — the country in North America made up of fifty states
    Example: Many people travel to the USA every year.
    Synonyms: the US, America

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