A2adjective 1K

National

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈnæʃnəl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈnæʃnəl/"]/

Meaning of National

connected with a particular nation; shared by a whole nation

In simple words: related to a country

National in a sentence

• The National Museum is located in the capital city.
• He was a national champion in swimming last year.
• We celebrate National Day with a big parade every year.
• The national anthem is played before every sports event.
• The national government has announced a new policy.

How to use National

Use 'national' when discussing matters that involve a whole country, such as 'national holiday' or 'national security'. It's appropriate in both formal and casual contexts, but avoid using it in very localised discussions where a more specific term is better.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of a 'nation' with a flag — that's a 'national' thing!

Related words

Collocations with National

• national anthem
• national interest
• national identity
• national government

Synonyms for National

• countrywide
• state
• public
• domestic

Opposites of National

• local
• regional

Common mistakes with National

• Using 'national' when referring to local issues, like 'national park' for a local park.
• Confusing 'national' with 'international'.
• Mispronouncing the second syllable.

Frequently asked questions about National

What does National mean?

related to a country

What is the definition of National?

connected with a particular nation; shared by a whole nation

How do you use National in a sentence?

The National Museum is located in the capital city.

Can you give another example of National?

He was a national champion in swimming last year.

What are synonyms for National?

Common alternatives include countrywide, state, public, domestic.

What is the opposite of National?

Opposite meanings include local, regional.

What words go with National?

It commonly pairs with national anthem, national interest, national identity, national government.

What are common mistakes when using National?

Using 'national' when referring to local issues, like 'national park' for a local park. Confusing 'national' with 'international'. Mispronouncing the second syllable.

How do you pronounce National?

US: /["/ˈnæʃnəl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈnæʃnəl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use National?

Use 'national' when discussing matters that involve a whole country, such as 'national holiday' or 'national security'. It's appropriate in both formal and casual contexts, but avoid using it in very localised discussions where a more specific term is better.

What CEFR level is National?

"National" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.