cosmopolitan identity
[/ˌkɒzməˈpɒlɪtən aɪˈdɛntɪti/]
nounfemininepl: cosmopolitan identities / identidades cosmopolitas
identidade cosmopolita
1. A sense of self that transcends national boundaries and embraces global citizenship, cultural diversity, and international perspectives
Her cosmopolitan identity was shaped by growing up in three different countries.
Sua identidade cosmopolita foi formada por ter crescido em três países diferentes.
2. The adoption of values, attitudes, and lifestyles that reflect openness to multiple cultures and worldviews rather than allegiance to a single nation
The city attracts individuals seeking a cosmopolitan identity in a multicultural environment.
A cidade atrai indivíduos que buscam uma identidade cosmopolita em um ambiente multicultural.
3. A personal framework that prioritizes universal human values over parochial or nationalistic concerns
Developing a cosmopolitan identity requires exposure to diverse perspectives and experiences.
Desenvolver uma identidade cosmopolita requer exposição a perspectivas e experiências diversas.
In Brazilian culture, cosmopolitan identity is increasingly valued in major urban centers like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, reflecting Brazil's growing role in global affairs and immigration patterns. The concept appeals to younger generations and professionals in international fields. In Portugal, it connects to the country's historical maritime heritage and contemporary European identity. In the USA and NYC specifically, cosmopolitan identity represents the ideal of the 'melting pot' and is celebrated in progressive urban communities.
NYC Slang
global mindset / world-class perspective
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