nacionalidad
“nacionalidad” means “nationality” in Spanish (legal status of belonging to a specific nation).
nationality
Also: citizenship
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¿Cuál es tu nacionalidad?
A1What is your nationality?
Tengo la nacionalidad argentina y la italiana.
A2I have Argentine and Italian nationality.
Es necesario indicar su nacionalidad en este formulario.
B1It is necessary to indicate your nationality on this form.
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Which article is correct for the word 'nacionalidad'?
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From the Latin word 'natio' (meaning birth or tribe) combined with the suffix '-dad' which indicates a state or quality. It basically means 'the state of belonging to a tribe or place of birth'.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'nacionalidad' the same as 'ciudadanía'?
Mostly, yes. While 'nacionalidad' often refers to your cultural/ethnic identity or the country on your passport, 'ciudadanía' refers specifically to your legal rights and duties as a citizen. In daily life, people use them as synonyms.
What is the plural of 'nacionalidad'?
The plural is 'nacionalidades'. When a word ends in a consonant like 'd', you add '-es' to make it plural.
Can I use 'nacionalidad' to describe a group of people?
Generally, no. 'Nacionalidad' is the abstract concept. To talk about a group, you would use 'pueblo' (people) or 'nación' (nation).