citizen — meaning in French: citoyen

Definition

▶ citizen

A citizen is a legally recognized member of a nation or state, who has specific rights and responsibilities.

Un citoyen est un membre légalement reconnu d'une nation ou d'un État, qui a des droits et des responsabilités spécifiques.

▶ Every citizen has the right to vote in elections.

Chaque citoyen a le droit de voter aux élections.

▶ As a citizen of France, she is entitled to social security benefits.

En tant que citoyenne de la France, elle a droit aux prestations de sécurité sociale.

▶ The government encourages all citizens to participate in community service.

Le gouvernement encourage tous les citoyens à participer au service communautaire.