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Meanings
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national; nationwide; popular across the country
Describes something widely recognized, loved, or discussed by the general public of a nation. Often used for heroes, pastimes, consensus, or trends that transcend regional boundaries.
He is known as a national hero.
That song gained nationwide popularity.
Usage patterns
- 国民的〈人〉になるto become a national icon/star
He became a national star through that drama.
- 国民的な人気を集めるto gain nationwide popularity
That anime is gaining popularity across the whole nation.
- 国民的合意を得るto obtain national consensus
It took time for the reform to gain national consensus.
- 国民的行事として親しまれるto be cherished as a national event
Cherry-blossom viewing is cherished in Japan as a national event.
Expressions
- 国民的基盤popular base; foundation rooted in the people