Nasyonal (en. National)

/nas.jo.nal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to a country or its citizens.
The national language of the Philippines is Filipino.
Ang nasyonal na wika ng Pilipinas ay Filipino.
Related to the entirety of the country.
National governments are responsible for the country's development.
Ang mga nasyonal na pamahalaan ay may pananagutan sa pag-unlad ng bansa.
Expresses the identity or unity of citizens or people.
National identity is important in building unity.
Mahalaga ang nasyonal na pagkakakilanlan sa pagbuo ng pagkakaisa.

Etymology

Derived from the Spanish word ‘nacional’.

Common Phrases and Expressions

national ceremony
An event held for a significant occasion of the country.
nasyonal na seremonya
national recognition
Acknowledgment or recognition of the country's achievements.
nasyonal na pagkilala

Related Words

nationalism
An ideology or principle that promotes the interests and identity of a nation.
nasyonalismo
nationality
The state of being a citizen of a particular country.
nasyonalidad

Slang Meanings

countries (referring to countries or nations)
Who are the nationalities involved in our project?
Sino-sino ang mga nasyonal na kasama natin sa proyekto?
Filipino (referring specifically to Filipino nationals)
I'm proud to be a national, that's why I take pride in my country.
Proud akong maging nasyonal, kaya't ipinagmamalaki ko ang aking bayan.
sometimes used in discussions about government issues
We should focus on the national issues.
Ang mga nasyonal na isyu ay dapat nating pagtuunan ng pansin.