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Americas

Pronunciation: [əˈmɛrɪkəz]

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Learn how to use Americas in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(noun) the term used to refer to the continents of North America and South America together. When people talk about the Americas, they mean all the countries and places on these two large pieces of land.

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The Americas are home to many different cultures, languages, and wildlife.

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Not everyone in the world knows a lot about the Americas; some people only think of one country.

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Which countries are included in the Americas?

Context: “history”

(noun) often refers to the history, cultures, and peoples of North and South America. This can include the stories of the people who lived there long ago as well as current events.

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The Americas have a rich history that includes many Native American cultures.

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The Americas do not have a single history; each country has its own story.

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What are some important events in the history of the Americas?

How to pronounce Americas

Pronunciation: [əˈmɛrɪkəz]

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