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AI Overview: A commonwealth is typically a collective of individuals or entities united by a goal of mutual enhancement, assistance, and sharing of resources and knowledge. This term notably refers to the Commonwealth of Nations, a political association of 56 member states, primarily former territories of the British Empire, which advocates for democracy, human rights, and developmental cooperation. The Commonwealth also includes the Commonwealth of Independent States and features in the formal names of several nations and US states, such as the Commonwealth of Australia. The historical context of the term recalls England during the period from 1649 to 1660 without monarchy.
Commonwealth
A commonwealth is a group of people or organizations with a shared aim to improve themselves, assist each other, and share knowledge and resources. It can refer to the Commonwealth of Nations, countries associated with the UK; the Commonwealth of Independent States, made up of former Soviet Union countries; and is part of the official names of some countries and US states, such as the Commonwealth of Australia and several US states. Historically, it also referred to England during the period from 1649 to 1660 when there was no monarchy.
Commonwealth of England, Scotland and Ireland
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Commonwealth of Nations
The Commonwealth of Nations, commonly known as the Commonwealth, is a political association of 56 member states, most of which are former territories of the British Empire. It promotes democracy, human rights, and development across member countries while fostering economic and cultural cooperation.
Commonwealth Member States
A category outlining the member states of the Commonwealth, an organization consisting of countries that were mostly former territories of the British Empire, focusing on shared values such as democracy, development, and cooperation.
Use Australian English from May 2024
This page outlines the implementation of Australian English as the standard language for the content published from May 2024 onwards. It emphasizes the importance of consistency in language use and provides guidelines for authors and editors to follow to ensure adherence to Australian English conventions.
List of Territorial Entities Where English is an Official Language
As of 2019, there are 55 sovereign states and 27 non-sovereign entities where English holds official status. Predominantly, these nations are former colonies of the British Empire, with exceptions like Rwanda and Eritrea. English serves as the sole official language in the Commonwealth and is recognized by international organizations such as the United Nations. In the United States, English lacks formal official status at the federal level but is recognized in many states. In India and Pakistan, English functions as a subsidiary official language alongside others, with its usage prevalent in education and governance.
British English
British English refers to the varieties of English that are spoken and written in the United Kingdom. It encompasses several regional dialects and variations in spelling, vocabulary, and grammar compared to other forms of English, particularly American English.
British English
British English refers to the varieties of the English language spoken and written in the United Kingdom. It encompasses various dialects, regional accents, and cultural expressions that characterize the language as used across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Category: Use Australian English
This category contains Wikipedia articles that are written in Australian English, featuring terms that differ from or are absent in American and British English. Articles can be added to this category according to the guidelines provided in Wikipedia:ENGVAR.
Commonwealth of Nations
The Commonwealth of Nations is a political association of 54 member states, most of which are former territories of the British Empire. It aims to foster international cooperation and promote shared values such as democracy, human rights, and economic development.