Pagkabansa (en. Nationhood)
/paɡkaˈbansa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The status or condition of being a nation.
The nationhood of the Philippines was achieved in 1898.
Ang pagkabansa ng Pilipinas ay nakuha noong 1898.
The process of forming a nation or having a national identity.
Nationhood is important for the development of a society.
Mahalaga ang pagkabansa sa pag-unlad ng isang lipunan.
The presence of traits sought to form a nation.
Nationhood includes language, culture, and history.
Ang pagkabansa ay kasama ang wika, kultura, at kasaysayan.
Etymology
From the root word 'bansa' which refers to a group of people united by culture, history, and territory.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to achieve nationhood
To have independence and identity as a nation.
magkaroon ng pagkabansa
Related Words
nation
A collective term for a group of people sharing a common culture and territory.
bansa
nationalism
An ideology focusing on the importance of a nation and pride in its identity.
nasyonalismo
national identity
The collective identity of citizens of a nation based on their culture and history.
pambansang pagkakakilanlan
Slang Meanings
Unity of the people for a common purpose.
We really need nation-building despite our problems.
Kailangan talaga ng pagkabansa sa kabila ng mga problema natin.
Collaboration of people for the good of the community.
Nation-building is important for the development of our society.
Ang pagkabansa ay mahalaga para sa pag-unlad ng ating lipunan.