national in French
national in French is national, nationale — national means relating to an entire nation or country, rather than just a region or local area.
national in French
national
Pertaining to a nation or country, especially as a whole; affecting, shared by, or existing throughout all of a nation. [from 16th c.]
nationale
Pertaining to a nation or country, especially as a whole; affecting, shared by, or existing throughout all of a nation. [from 16th c.]
national
(law) Somebody born under the authority of a given State.
nationale
(law) Somebody born under the authority of a given State.
What does "national" mean?
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adj Relating to an entire nation or country, rather than just a region or local area.
"The story made national news within hours."
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noun A citizen or legal member of a particular country.
"As a British national, she needed a visa to work in the US."
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national in a sentence
- The story made national news within hours.
- There's a national holiday next Monday, so the banks will be closed.
- As a British national, she needed a visa to work in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "national" in French?
"national" in French is national, nationale. national means: Relating to an entire nation or country, rather than just a region or local area.
How do you use "national" in a sentence?
Example: "The story made national news within hours." In French, "national" is national, nationale.
Are there other ways to say "national" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "national": national, nationale.
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