der Patriotismus
Translation
patriotism
Examples
Sein Patriotismus wurde oft kritisiert.
His patriotism was often criticized.
Patriotismus kann Menschen verbinden.
Patriotism can unite people.
Grammar Patterns
Patriotismus ((as sth.)) Patriotism as a concept is controversial. Patriotismus als Konzept ist umstritten.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Vaterlandsliebe (love for one's country), Nationalstolz (national pride); Antonyms: Kosmopolitismus (cosmopolitanism)
Etymology
From Latin 'patria' (fatherland) and the suffix '-ismus', indicating a system of belief.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Patriot' and the '-ism' that describes their ideology or belief system.