national identity — A sense of a nation as a cohesive whole, as represented by distinctive traditions, culture, and language
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A sense of a nation as a cohesive whole, as represented by distinctive traditions, culture, and language
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnæʃənəl aɪˈdentəti/
Example Sentences
- Kimchi became so important to Korean national identity that astronauts take it to space.
- The country's national identity was shaped by its unique history and traditions.
- Learning the national anthem is part of developing national identity, even if you sing it off-key.
national identity
NOUN[/ˈnæʃənəl aɪˈdentəti/]
A sense of a nation as a cohesive whole, as represented by distinctive traditions, culture, and language
A sense of a nation as a cohesive whole, as represented by distinctive traditions, culture, and language
National identity shapes personality, bridging heritage and reality!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
National derives from Latin natio, meaning 'birth' or 'tribe', while identity originates from Latin identitas, meaning 'sameness' or 'being the same'. Together, these terms developed to denote the distinctive characteristics and shared attributes of a particular nation or country.
Breakdown
national: nation (from Latin natio, 'birth, tribe') + -al (adjective suffix); identity: Latin identitas (from idem, 'the same', + -itas, noun suffix indicating state or quality).
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📝Examples
“Kimchi became so important to Korean national identity that astronauts take it to space.”
“The country's national identity was shaped by its unique history and traditions.”
“Learning the national anthem is part of developing national identity, even if you sing it off-key.”
“Immigration can challenge traditional concepts of national identity.”
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