quốc hồn

Definition

1. Noun:
   • National soul / National spirit: The unique, collective spirit or essence of a nation, forged through its historical struggles and cultural development. It represents the core identity and shared consciousness of a people.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Văn học dân gian là một phần quan trọng của quốc hồn Việt Nam. (Folk literature is an important part of the Vietnamese national soul.)
  • Họ chiến đấu để bảo vệ quốc hồn của dân tộc. (They fought to protect the national spirit of their people.)

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in formal, literary, or patriotic contexts to discuss the intangible, spiritual foundation of a country's identity, distinct from its political or economic systems.

Variants and Related Words

• Tinh thần dân tộc (n): national spirit (a more common, slightly less profound synonym).
• Bản sắc dân tộc (n): national identity.

Synonyms

• National ethos: The characteristic spirit and beliefs of a nation.
• National psyche: The collective mental and emotional characteristics of a nation.

Related Concepts

• Quốc túy: National essence, often referring to the finest cultural traits.
• Quốc thể: National prestige or dignity.