How To Spell states?
How to Pronounce states?
Correct pronunciation for the word "states" is [stˈe͡ɪts], [stˈeɪts], [s_t_ˈeɪ_t_s].
What are the misspellings for states?
"States" in context
States are administrative subdivisions of a country. Many countries have some form of divided governance, where power is shared between a central government and states or other local authorities. This allows for certain aspects of self-governance, such as in the US where the states are responsible for education, healthcare, and other services. In the United States there are 50 states and each has their own constitution, legislature, and judiciary.
States are also important in international relations. Each of the United States is recognized as a sovereign nation and has the ability to independently negotiate foreign treaties and enter into diplomatic relations.
States are also important in international relations. Each of the United States is recognized as a sovereign nation and has the ability to independently negotiate foreign treaties and enter into diplomatic relations.
What are similar-sounding words for states?
Usage over time for states:
This graph shows how "states" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.
Synonyms for States:
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• regions • situations
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