patriotique

patriotic

adjective pah-tree-oh-TEEK Rare

Origin: From French patrie (homeland) + -ique, from Latin patria.

Usage Note

Patriotique describes actions, songs, feelings, or symbols associated with love of one's country, as in un chant patriotique (a patriotic song). The noun patriotisme means patriotism, and patriote is both the noun (a patriot) and adjective. In France, patriotic sentiment is closely tied to republican ideals rather than ethnic nationalism.

Examples

"Il chante un hymne patriotique."

Natural Translation

He sings a patriotic anthem.

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