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patriotic
Showing a strong, often proud love of and connection to one's own homeland or nation.
Während der Fußball-Weltmeisterschaft zeigten viele Fans ihre patriotische Seite und hissten die Nationalflagge.
During the Soccer World Cup, many fans showed their patriotic side and raised the national flag.
The adjective 'patriotisch' (patriotic) is derived from the noun 'der Patriot' (patriot). Both words have their origin in the Latin word 'patria', meaning 'homeland'. So it describes an attitude connected with one's homeland.
Er gilt als großer Patriot und engagiert sich für sein Land.
He is considered a great patriot and is committed to his country.
'Patriotisch' (patriotic) is often used to describe feelings or actions. Typical combinations are 'patriotischer Stolz' (patriotic pride), 'patriotische Gefühle' (patriotic feelings), or 'eine patriotische Tat' (a patriotic act).
Das Singen der Nationalhymne ist für viele ein patriotischer Moment.
Singing the national anthem is a patriotic moment for many people.
How 'patriotisch' (patriotic) is evaluated depends heavily on the context. In positive contexts such as sporting events, it expresses harmless national pride. In political debates, however, it can also be meant critically if it is perceived as excessive or nationalistic.
Seine Rede wurde von einigen als patriotisch, von anderen als nationalistisch kritisiert.
His speech was seen by some as patriotic, while others criticized it as nationalistic.
nationalistic
'nationalistisch' and 'patriotisch' both have to do with one's own nation or homeland. 'Patriotisch' means that someone loves their country and feels connected to it. This can sound positive or neutral. 'Nationalistisch' goes further: it often means that one's own nation is placed above others. The word usually sounds critical or negative. The words can be confused because both can express pride in one's own country. If you only mean connection or attachment, 'patriotisch' fits better; if you mean glorification and drawing boundaries against others, 'nationalistisch' fits better.
Julian findet es patriotisch, am Nationalfeiertag die Fahne aufzuhängen.
Julian thinks it is patriotic to hang up the flag on the national holiday.
Nach dem Gespräch wirkte seine Rede auf viele Zuhörer nationalistisch.
After the conversation, many listeners found his speech nationalistic.