Nationale (en. National)

/na.sjo.nal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Concerning the entirety of a nation.
The national holiday is celebrated every year.
La fête nationale est célébrée chaque année.
Belonging or relating to a sovereign State.
National laws must be respected by all.
Les lois nationales doivent être respectées par tous.
Expressing patriotic feelings.
The national anthem is sung at official ceremonies.
L'hymne national est chanté lors des cérémonies officielles.

Etymology

From the Latin 'nationalis', meaning 'belonging to a nation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

national politics
Field of action or reflection of a government at the national level.
politique nationale
national budget
Forecast of an State's expenses and revenues.
budget national
national security
Protection of a State and its citizens against threats.
sécurité nationale

Related Words

nation
A human grouping sharing a common culture and territory.
nation
nationalism
Political ideology aimed at promoting the interests of a nation.
nationalisme
nationality
Belonging of an individual to a country.
nationalité

Slang Meanings

State
People often refer to the State to denote the government.
On parle souvent de l'État pour désigner le gouvernement.
Patriotism
People show their nationality when they display the flag.
Les gens montrent leur nationale quand ils affichent le drapeau.