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  1. 3 days ago · United Kingdom, island country located off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe. It comprises the whole of the island of Great Britain—which contains England, Wales, and Scotland—as well as the northern portion of the island of Ireland. Its capital is London.

  2. 3 days ago · Great Britain, island lying to the east of the island of Ireland and off the northwestern coast of Europe. It consists of England, Scotland, and Wales. Great Britain is part of the British Isles, together with the island of Ireland as well as smaller islands and island groups.

  3. Since 1922, the United Kingdom has been made up of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK Prime Minister's website has used the phrase "countries within a country" to describe the United Kingdom.

  4. en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki › United_kingdomUnited Kingdom - Wikipedia

    The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a country in Northwestern Europe, off the coast of the continental mainland. It comprises England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

  5. 5 days ago · land: 241,930 sq km. water: 1,680 sq km. note 1: the percentage area breakdown of the four UK countries is: England 53%, Scotland 32%, Wales 9%, and Northern Ireland 6%. note 2: includes Rockall and the Shetland Islands, which are part of Scotland. comparison ranking: total 80.

  6. Jul 10, 2023 · The United Kingdom is composed of four constituent countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Each possesses distinct geographical features and characteristics.

  7. Apr 7, 2021 · The United Kingdom has 4 constituent countries, England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. England is the largest and most populous country of the United Kingdom. More than 80% of the UK's population lives in England.

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