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patriotism; love of one's country
A feeling of love, devotion, and attachment to one's country. In Japanese discourse, this term can carry complex connotations due to Japan's modern history.
愛国心は大切だ。
Patriotism is important.
オリンピックになると愛国心が高まる。
Patriotism rises during the Olympics.
愛国心と排他主義は区別しなければならない。
We must distinguish between patriotism and exclusionism.
USAGE:
In postwar Japan, overt expressions of 愛国心 have been controversial due to associations with wartime nationalism. The term is used more carefully than its English equivalent "patriotism." Discussions about 愛国心 in education have been particularly debated.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 愛国心を持つ (to have patriotism)
- 愛国心が強い (to have strong patriotism)
- 愛国心を育む (to foster patriotism)