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It may seem odd to many, but it is understandable in informal settings. The name of our nation, "The United States of America", does include the word America, after all. It is the only nation whose name includes the word. As a general rule, and in mild defense of "America" as national ID, if asked where you are from I think you are more likely to say what country you are from, and not what continent. If I ask a Russian from east of the Urals where he is from, I believe he would most likely say "I'm Russian", or "I am from Russia" rather than "I'm Asian". The difficulty arises from the fact that "America" also refers to a very significant part of the globe that isn't part of the US. People from Canada, Bolivia and Panama are as much Americans as anyone else in the American continents. In casual language it is not very important, but when public figures and news reporters (including some from the BBC) use America instead of US, it is unfortunate. I agree with the contributor above. I once asked a gentleman from Mexico who was in the USA how it felt to be in America. He promptly replied that he was an American (since Mexico is as much part of North America as USA and Canada) and that he was merely visiting another nation in the same continent. These days it's more foreigners who call the USA 'America'.
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When did America become known as The US?
America has never been known as the US. The US is a country on the continent of America
What did the aboriginal people call Canada?
They Did Make The Country Better They Also Protected Us From Animals
Why does people refeer the US as America. when that's the name of the mega continent of north and south?
The United States' official name is the United States of America. As a short of a nickname or abbreviation, the country is usually referred to as America. However, America is also the name of the supercontinent that is formed by North and South America. In the US, when one hears America, they will think of the US and will refer to the supercontinent of America as the Americas. Usually outside of the US, when one hears America, they will think of the supercontinent.
What is Canada and the US both considered to be?
Canada and USA are both considered as countries in North America.
What was John F. Kennedy's slogan for the US?
The slogan was in his inaugural speech and it galvanized a generation of young people. Since John Kennedy was the youngest President, the young people identified strongly with him. "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country."
What do you call people from US?
US = U.S.A. = United States of America They are called Americans
What do you call people from the US?
US = U.S.A. = United States of America They are called Americans
Is there a country called America on any map?
No. Many people often refer to the United States of America, simply as America. Since the US is not traditionally named, many abbreviate and call it the United States, the US, or just America. This is partly because every other country in the Americas has a traditional name, such as Canada, Columbia, Brazil, or Mexico, so calling it America doesn't cause any confusion.
Is it illegal to bring animals from another country to The US Of America?
no only people
Why we call our country America when America is a whole continent from Canada through Argentina?
You are correct in saying that America is a continent (actually three: North America, Central America, and South America) and not a country. I guess since our country's name is The United States of America, it is just simpler to say America and call its citizens Americans. Someone used a term for US citizens that I thought was pretty short and simple: United Staters
Is US a country or continent?
A country. The continent is North America.
When did America become known as The US?
America has never been known as the US. The US is a country on the continent of America
What did the aboriginal people call Canada?
They Did Make The Country Better They Also Protected Us From Animals
Which is a way people in the US have modified the environment of North America?
by building roads all across the country
What is the difference between America and the US?
US is a country. America is two continents(south and north america).
Why do people call George Washington the leader of the US of America?
He lead the army in the revolutionary war and was the first president.
Is US a country?
Yes, the United States of America is a country.
