Japanese

わが

わがくに
Meaning: our country; one's own country
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

わ
が
国

Example sentences

Our country has few resources.
わが国は、すべての国民の表現の自由を保障している。
Our country guarantees freedom of expression for all citizens.
わが国は民主的な手続きに従って法案を決定する。
Our country decides on bills according to democratic procedures.

Usage Notes

A formal way to refer to one's own nation, often used in political or social contexts.

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