@Monarth it would depend on who you're talking to. The anglo countries and some countries in Asia recognize North and South America to be separate continents. Canadians dislike being called Americans, but are okay with North Americans (from my experience). Other countries, especially Latin ones, recognize the 'one American continent' plan. US Americans simply call themselves Americans because they're the only country that uses America in its name, but from what I've seen (at least in California), they're careful to call themselves US Americans or US citizens when talking to South Americas.
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@Monarth it would depend on who you're talking to. The anglo countries and some countries in Asia recognize North and South America to be separate continents. Canadians dislike being called Americans, but are okay with North Americans (from my experience). Other countries, especially Latin ones, recognize the 'one American continent' plan. US Americans simply call themselves Americans because they're the only country that uses America in its name, but from what I've seen (at least in California), they're careful to call themselves US Americans or US citizens when talking to South Americas.