No. 2,658 in Portuguese
nação
"Nation; a collective group of people sharing common culture, history, or territory."
In a sentence
A nação celebrou sua independência ontem.
The nation celebrated its independence yesterday.
In this sentence, 'nação' refers to the collective population and territory organized under a single government and identity.
A diversidade cultural é uma característica importante de nossa nação.
Cultural diversity is an important characteristic of our nation.
Here, 'nação' is used to define the shared cultural and historical identity of a group of people within the boundaries of a country.
Nós devemos trabalhar juntos pelo futuro da nossa nação.
We must work together for the future of our nation.
In this case, 'nação' implies the concept of unity and collective progress for the country or its people.
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