Understanding the United States

Clearly and Objectively

Comprehensive guide to life, institutions, and American culture

Welcome to Americain.org

This site is designed for those who want to better understand the United States: students, expatriates, travelers, or simply curious minds.

Our mission is to provide clear, neutral, and reliable information about how the United States works, its culture, institutions, and daily American life.

Essential Guides

🏛️ How the US Government Works

Understanding the federal system, separation of powers, and the roles of the President, Congress, and Supreme Court.

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🧭 Living in the United States

Everything you need to know about living in the USA: visas, housing, work, healthcare, and daily life.

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🎭 American Culture and Mindset

Decode social norms, values, traditions, and the American way of life.

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Practical Tools

📍 States, Capitals & Abbreviations

Complete list of all 50 US states with their capitals and official abbreviations.

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📏 Miles ↔ Kilometers Converter

Easily convert distances between metric and imperial systems.

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Understanding the United States

Discover the fundamentals of the American system, its values, and what makes it different from other countries.