Great Britain is made up of three countries: England, Scotland, and Wales.

Great Britain vs United Kingdom

  • Great Britain is the large island that includes:
    • England.
* Scotland.

* Wales.
  • It does not include Northern Ireland; adding Northern Ireland gives the full United Kingdom (UK).

Quick reference table

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Term Included countries
Great Britain England, Scotland, Wales.
United Kingdom England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland.
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