civic enthusiasm
[/ˈsɪvɪk ɪnˈθjuːziæzəm/]
noun
entusiasmo cívico
1. passionate and energetic interest or support for community welfare, public participation, and civic duties
The civic enthusiasm of volunteers transformed the neighborhood cleanup into a major community event.
O entusiasmo cívico dos voluntários transformou a limpeza da vizinhança em um grande evento comunitário.
2. zealous commitment to participating in democratic processes and public affairs
The candidate's civic enthusiasm inspired young voters to register and participate in local elections.
O entusiasmo cívico do candidato inspirou jovens eleitores a se registrarem e participarem das eleições locais.
This term reflects values of democratic participation and community responsibility that are emphasized in both American and Brazilian civic education. In Brazil, civic enthusiasm is often expressed through volunteering, neighborhood associations (associações de moradores), and participation in local governance. In the US, it's commonly associated with voting rights, town halls, and community service organizations.
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