nasyonalista
nasyonalísta with stress marks
nationalist
Usage Note
Nasyonalista refers to a person who advocates for national independence or Filipino-first policies, or as an adjective describing such a stance. Historically associated with Partido Nacionalista, one of the oldest political parties in the Philippines, the term can be used approvingly or critically depending on context.
Examples
" Nasyonalista ang lolo ko. "
Natural Translation
My grandfather is a nationalist.
Literal Translation
Nationalist the grandfather my.
" Siya ay isang tunay na nasyonalista na handang ipagtanggol ang bayan. "
Natural Translation
He/She is a true nationalist who is ready to defend the country.
Literal Translation
He/She is one true that nationalist that ready to-defend the country.
" Bagaman itinuturing siyang nasyonalista, pinupuna ng ilan na hindi naman umano niya isinasapuso ang interes ng ordinaryong mamamayan. "
Natural Translation
Although he is considered a nationalist, some criticize that he supposedly does not truly take to heart the interests of ordinary citizens.
Literal Translation
Although considered he-that nationalist, criticized of some that not indeed allegedly he take-to-heart the interest of ordinary citizen.
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