What part of speech is national?

"National" can be several parts of speech depending on its use in a sentence:

* Adjective: This is the most common usage. It describes something as relating to or characteristic of a nation.

* Example: "The national anthem was played."

* Noun: It can be a noun referring to a nation or people.

* Example: "The interests of the nation must be considered."

* Adverb: This is less common, but it can be used to modify a verb, adjective, or another adverb, meaning "on a national level."

* Example: "The company operates nationally."

So, the answer depends on the context.