national

• Relativo a uma nação ou a um país como um todo; que pertence ou é característico de uma nação. Também pode se referir a algo de âmbito ou alcance nacional, ou que expressa patriotismo.

Relating to or characteristic of a nation or country as a whole.

1. Relating to a nationA2formal

   Connected with or belonging to a particular nation or country.

   Nacional

   • The national flag flies high on holidays.
   • She works for the national government.
   • National news covers events across the country.

   Sinônimosciviccivilcountrywidedomesticfederalgovernmentalinternalnationwidepublicstate

   Antônimosforeignglobalinternationallocalregional

2. Shared by the whole nationB1formal

   Something that belongs to or represents the entire nation.

   Nacional

   • The national anthem is sung at sports events.
   • National holidays are celebrated by everyone.
   • They discussed national security issues.

   Sinônimoscountrywidenationwide

   Antônimoslocalregional

• Substantivo que designa um cidadão ou membro de uma determinada nação ou país.

A noun referring to a person who is a citizen or member of a particular nation or country.

1. Citizen of a countryA2formal

   A person who is a citizen of a particular nation or country.

   Cidadão de um país

   • He is a proud national of Brazil.
   • The event is open to all nationals and residents.
   • Foreign nationals need a visa to enter the country.

   Sinônimoscitizensubject

2. Member of a national teamB1informal

   A person representing their country in sports or competitions.

   Atleta da seleção nacional

   • She is a national in the Olympic swimming team.
   • The nationals competed fiercely for the gold medal.
   • He became a national after winning the championship.

   Sinônimosinternational