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United States
Northern AmericaCapital Washington D.C.2 neighbours
United States is a country in Northern America, North America. Its capital is Washington D.C.. United States is next to Canada and Mexico.
A way to remember it
The big block in the middle of North America, with Canada sitting on top and Mexico tucked underneath. Alaska hangs off the north-west corner, and Hawaii floats far out in the Pacific.
Good to know
Alaska and Hawaii are the only two states not part of the connected mainland block.
Quick facts
- CapitalWashington D.C.
- RegionNorth America, Northern America
- Land borders2 countries
- Also known asUSA, United States of America, america, us, usa
Canada
Mexico