Patriotismo (en. Patriotism)
pa-tri-yo-tis-mo
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The love and recognition of one's own country.
Patriotism is important to maintain the unity of the country.
Ang patriotismo ay mahalaga upang mapanatili ang pagkakaisa ng bansa.
A deep feeling of pride in one's country.
His patriotism motivated him to serve in the military.
Ang kanyang patriotismo ay nag-udyok sa kanya na magsilbi sa militar.
The act of working for the betterment of the country.
His contributions are proof of his patriotism.
Ang kanyang mga kontribusyon ay patunay ng kanyang patriotismo.
Common Phrases and Expressions
The country is precious, freedom is precious
This states that love for the country and valuing freedom are intertwined.
Mahal ang bayan, mahal ang kalayaan
Related Words
nationalism
The intense love and recognition of a country that may lead to support for its own interests.
nasyonalismo
patriot
A person who has intense love for their country.
patriot
Slang Meanings
love for your country, often shown in a passionate or exaggerated way
Kuya's patriotism is on another level; he's so proud to be Filipino.
Iba yung patriotismo ni Kuya, sobrang proud siya sa pagiging Pilipino niya.
being a fate believer, implying that one’s conduct is based on nationalism
You might think it's just hard for him because of his patriotism, but deep down, he believes in fate.
Akala mo lang mahirap kasi may patriotismo siya, pero sa loob-loob niya kasi tadhana talaga.
over-the-top nationalism, sometimes with a comic or exaggerated tone
That’s such ironic nationalism! Are you going to wave the flag around in public now?
Sobrang patriotismo paano kung dalhin mo na sa labas ang bandila?