Nationaux (en. Nationals)

/na.sjɔ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Concerning or belonging to a nation.
National interests must be preserved.
Les intérêts nationaux doivent être préservés.
Of the nationality of a country.
He is the representative of the nationals at the conference.
Il est le représentant des nationaux dans la conférence.
Refers to a policy or project that is of general interest to a nation.
National decisions affect all citizens.
Les décisions nationales affectent tous les citoyens.

Etymology

From 'nation', derived from the Latin 'natio', and the suffix '-aux' for the adjective.

Common Phrases and Expressions

national interests
The specific interests of a nation.
interêts nationaux
national patriotism
Love and devotion towards one's nation.
patriotisme national
national pride
The feeling of pride in belonging to a nation.
fierté nationale

Related Words

nation
A group of people sharing a common culture, history, and territory.
nation
nationality
The quality of what is national.
nationalité

Slang Meanings

A term used to refer to the citizens of a country in an informal context.
Nationals often express themselves in discussions about public policies.
Les nationaux s'expriment souvent dans les discussions sur les politiques publiques.
An adjective used casually to describe something that is considered typically national.
This cuisine is a national dish that all nationals enjoy.
Cette cuisine est un plat national que tous les nationaux apprécient.