countries
Translation
countries
Examples
Many countries are in Europe.
Many countries are in Europe.
She has visited several different countries.
She has visited several different countries.
Grammar Patterns
((countries)) plural noun Many countries are in Europe.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nations, states, lands
Etymology
Plural of 'country'. From Old French 'contree', from Vulgar Latin '*contrata*', meaning '(land) lying opposite'.
Memory Tips
'Countries' is the plural of 'country'. Remember the spelling change: y -> ies.