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    Nacional (en. National)

    /nasjonaɫ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Relating to a nation or country.
    The national government approved new laws.
    El gobierno nacional aprobó nuevas leyes.
    Characteristic of a nation.
    National symbols are important for the country's identity.
    Los símbolos nacionales son importantes para la identidad del país.
    Having official status within the scope of a country.
    The national flag flies at all public buildings.
    La bandera nacional ondea en todos los edificios públicos.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'nationalis', which means 'belonging to a nation'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    national days
    Dates that commemorate important historical events of a country.
    días nacionales
    national interest
    Issues that are of importance to the nation as a whole.
    interés nacional
    national symbols
    Elements that represent the identity and culture of a country.
    símbolos nacionales

    Related Words

    nationalism
    Ideology that promotes the defense and interest of the nation.
    nacionalismo
    nationality
    Condition of belonging to a nation.
    nacionalidad
    nationalize
    To make something belong to the state or nation.
    nacionalizar

    Slang Meanings

    A colloquial way to refer to something of importance to the country.
    Soccer is the national in our culture.
    El fútbol es el nacional en nuestra cultura.