国々
Meanings
1
countries; nations
Plural form of 国, referring to multiple countries or nations collectively. Often used in formal or written contexts.
Many tourists visit from the countries of Asia.
The nations of the world need to work together to address the problem.
Usage patterns
- 世界の国々the countries of the world
Countries around the world are working together to tackle environmental problems.
- 近隣の国々neighboring countries
It's important to value relationships with neighboring countries.
- 〈場所〉の国々を訪れるto visit the countries of a region
He visited the countries of Asia and studied their cultures.
- 国々の間で〈事〉between countries (of an issue, agreement, etc.)
A trade agreement was concluded between the countries.