How to Pronounce Nation-state

To pronounce "nation-state", say NAT-ionst-at-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

NAT-ionst-at-e

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"nation-state" has 4 syllables: nat-ionst-at-e.

What does nation-state mean?

noun

  1. A political entity (a state) associated with a particular cultural entity (a nation) and a sovereign territorial unit.

Related words

nationcountrystatesovereigntystatelet

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How many syllables are in "nation-state"?▾

"Nation-state" has 4 syllables: nat · ionst · at · e.

What does "nation-state" mean?▾

Nation-state: A political entity (a state) associated with a particular cultural entity (a nation) and a sovereign territorial unit.

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