Countries and Nationalities

Knowing how to talk about different countries and nationalities is essential for discussing geography, travel, and cultural backgrounds. This lesson covers vocabulary related to countries and their corresponding nationalities.

Countries and Nationalities

North America

• Country: United States
  • Nationality: American
• Country: Canada
  • Nationality: Canadian
• Country: Mexico
  • Nationality: Mexican

Europe

• Country: United Kingdom
  • Nationality: British
• Country: Germany
  • Nationality: German
• Country: France
  • Nationality: French

Asia

• Country: China
  • Nationality: Chinese
• Country: Japan
  • Nationality: Japanese
• Country: India
  • Nationality: Indian

Africa

• Country: Nigeria
  • Nationality: Nigerian
• Country: Egypt
  • Nationality: Egyptian
• Country: South Africa
  • Nationality: South African

South America

• Country: Brazil
  • Nationality: Brazilian
• Country: Argentina
  • Nationality: Argentine
• Country: Chile
  • Nationality: Chilean

Oceania

• Country: Australia
  • Nationality: Australian
• Country: New Zealand
  • Nationality: New Zealander

Talking About Countries and Nationalities

Asking About Nationality

• Example: "Where are you from?"
• Example: "What is your nationality?"

Answering Questions

• Example: "I am from Canada."
• Example: "I am Canadian."

Discussing Travel

• Example: "I have visited Japan."
• Example: "She wants to go to Brazil."

Conclusion

Knowing the vocabulary for countries and nationalities allows you to discuss geographical locations, cultural backgrounds, and travel experiences. This knowledge is essential for effective communication in a global context.