Patriotique (en. Patriotic)

/patʁi.jɔ.tik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Which shows love for one's country.
The president's speech was very patriotic.
Le discours du président était très patriotique.
Which evokes a sense of national pride.
Patriotic songs could be heard on every street corner.
Les chants patriotiques étaient entendus à chaque coin de rue.
Which is intended to promote the dignity and honor of the homeland.
The national holiday is a patriotic occasion celebrated by all.
La fête nationale est une occasion patriotique célébrée par tous.
Behavior that manifests attachment to one’s country.
He displayed very patriotic behavior during the crisis.
Il a affiché un comportement très patriotique durant la crise.

Etymology

From Latin 'patriota', derived from 'patria' meaning 'homeland'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

patriotic spirit
Sentiment of belonging and loyalty to one's country.
esprit patriotique
patriotic gesture
Action that expresses attachment to the homeland.
geste patriotique
patriotic song
Song that celebrates the culture and history of a country.
chanson patriotique

Related Words

homeland
The native land of a person.
patrie
nationalism
Ideology that values the identity and interests of a nation.
nationalisme

Slang Meanings

Proud of one’s country.
He considers himself a true patriot.
Il se considère comme un vrai patriote.
Enthusiasm for national events.
The supporters showed overflowing patriotism during the match.
Les supporters ont montré un patriotisme débordant lors du match.