regionalism
[/ˈriːdʒənəlɪzəm/]
nounpl: regionalisms
regionalismo
1. The quality of being regional; emphasis on regional rather than national identity or interests
The party's regionalism policy aims to strengthen local governance.
A política de regionalismo do partido visa fortalecer a governança local.
2. Loyalty or preference for one's own region over the nation as a whole; sectionalism
Excessive regionalism can hinder national unity and development.
O regionalismo excessivo pode prejudicar a unidade e o desenvolvimento nacional.
3. A regional characteristic, dialect, or custom specific to a particular area
The author's writing is full of regionalisms that reflect the local culture.
A escrita do autor está repleta de regionalismos que refletem a cultura local.
4. In art and literature, emphasis on regional themes, dialects, and local traditions
The movement of literary regionalism celebrated the unique voices of rural America.
O movimento do regionalismo literário celebrou as vozes únicas da América rural.
Regionalism is a significant concept in Brazil, a vast country with distinct regional identities (Northeast, Southeast, South, North, Center-West). Each region has its own dialect, customs, cuisine, and cultural heritage. Brazilian regionalism reflects both cultural pride and political debates about resource distribution and development. In the USA, regionalism historically referred to sectionalism debates, particularly during the Civil War era. The term is also important in literary criticism, referring to 19th-century American literature that emphasized rural and regional life.
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