Several nations have been referred as such. Perhaps the most famous use of the phrase was by Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto after the bombing of Pearl harbour.
"I fear all we have done is to awaken a sleeping giant and fill him with a terrible resolve."
The sleeping giant in the first half of the seventeenth century was the Ottoman Empire. This was also known as the Turkish Empire.
China, due to its population and economic strength.
the sleepig giant also known as the nounou mountain was formed when a giant ate too much and layed down to rest and has not yet woken
China is often referred to as the "sleeping giant" due to its large population, vast landmass, and significant economic and military potential. The term implies that China has immense power and influence that has yet to be fully realized on the global stage.
Gandhi was, and still is, known in India as "Father of the Nation". He was also known as the "Mahatma" (meaning 'Great Soul') and, endearingly, "Bapu" (meaning 'Father').
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India was known as the jewel in the crown, and was colonised by Great Britain.
A sleeping volcano is known as a dormant volcano
Canada is known for being a great hockey nation.
Mr.Manmohan Singh. (Sleeping or pretending to sleep)
Robert Wadlow was known as Rob or Bob to his friends and family, but was also known as The Alton Giant, or the Gentle Giant.
One of the most well known body shops in the nation is Pep Boys. They also have great deals occasionally to help you save money. Another one is Good Year. Both of them are one of the most well known ones in the nation. Other ones are just local businesses.