Makabayan (en. Nationalist)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of wishing to advance the welfare of the nation.
We need to be patriotic to promote our culture.
Kailangan nating makabayan upang itaguyod ang ating kultura.
adjective
Means having a heart for the country or nation.
He is a patriot who is always ready to fight for the rights of his countrymen.
Siya ay isang makabayan na laging handang ipaglaban ang karapatan ng kanyang mga kababayan.
Caring for the issues of the country and its people.
His patriotic perspective is seen in his community activities.
Ang kanyang makabayan na pananaw ay nakikita sa kanyang mga gawaing pangkomunidad.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Patriotic life
A lifestyle focused on caring for the nation.
Buhay makabayan
Related Words
nation
A community or country with a shared culture and history.
bayan
nationalism
The ideology of the desire for the sovereignty of a country.
nasyonalismo
Slang Meanings
Proud Filipino
He is patriotic, that's why he always supports local products.
Makabayan siya, kaya't lagi siyang sumusuporta sa mga lokal na produkto.
Loves the country
He said we should all be patriotic, we need to fight for our rights.
Sabi niya, makabayan dapat tayong lahat, kailangan nating ipaglaban ang ating mga karapatan.
Deep love for culture
The people at the rally were really patriotic, many wore traditional clothing.
Makabayan talaga ang mga tao sa rally kanina, ang daming nagsuot ng tradisyunal na damit.