Citoyens (en. Citizens)

/si.twa.jɛ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Individual belonging to a nation or a state.
All citizens have the right to vote.
Tous les citoyens ont le droit de vote.
Person with rights and duties within a society.
Citizens must respect the laws.
Les citoyens doivent respecter les lois.
Member of a city or a municipality.
The citizens of the city gathered to discuss.
Les citoyens de la ville se sont réunis pour discuter.

Etymology

From Old French 'citeien', derived from 'cité'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the rights of citizens
The rights of the citizens.
les droits des citoyens
citizens of the world
Global citizens.
citoyens du monde
responsible citizens
Responsible citizens.
citoyens responsables
citizen engagement
Citizen engagement.
engagement citoyen

Related Words

citizenship
The status of citizen.
citoyenneté
civic duty
The feeling of belonging to a community and respect for its laws.
civisme
community
Group of people sharing common characteristics.
communauté

Slang Meanings

Member of an engaged society.
This guy is a true engaged citizen.
Ce type, c'est un vrai citoyen engagé.
Person well-informed about civil rights.
She has become a seasoned citizen.
Elle est devenue une citoyenne aguerrie.