Louie Mantia, Jr. on Nostr: The syntax around using the “United Kingdom” in sentences is so weird. Why is it ...

The syntax around using the “United Kingdom” in sentences is so weird.

Why is it preceded with “the”? I kinda get why that's the case with the United States, the Netherlands, the Philippines, and the Bahamas. A plural word kinda wants it. But... the United Kingdom?

It’s a little strange isn't it?