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.