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UK/["/ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/"]/US/["/ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/"]/

Meaning of Citizenship

In simple words: Being a member of a country with rights and responsibilities.

Citizenship in a sentence

  • They were granted full French citizenship.
  • You can apply for citizenship after five years' residency.
  • He was stripped of his citizenship when he criticized the government.
  • Ten years later, she chose to take Australian citizenship.
  • You will have to renounce citizenship of this country if you apply for citizenship of another.
  • an education that prepares young people for citizenship

How to use Citizenship

Used in both formal and casual contexts. Appropriate when discussing rights, responsibilities, and legal status in a country. Avoid using in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'city' in 'citizenship' — citizens belong to a city or country.

Related words

Collocations with Citizenship

Synonyms for Citizenship

Opposites of Citizenship

  • foreignness
  • statelessness

Common mistakes with Citizenship

  • Confused with 'nationality' — they have different meanings.
  • Using it in a singular context when referring collectively.
  • Forgetting to mention legal aspects when defining.

Compare Citizenship with Membership, Status

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Frequently asked questions about Citizenship

What does Citizenship mean?

Being a member of a country with rights and responsibilities.

What is the definition of Citizenship?

the legal right to belong to a particular country

How do you use Citizenship in a sentence?

They were granted full French citizenship.

Can you give another example of Citizenship?

You can apply for citizenship after five years' residency.

What are synonyms for Citizenship?

Common alternatives include membership, nationality, status, belonging.

What is the opposite of Citizenship?

Opposite meanings include foreignness, statelessness.

What words go with Citizenship?

It commonly pairs with full, dual, birthright, have, hold, confer.

What are common mistakes when using Citizenship?

Confused with 'nationality' — they have different meanings. Using it in a singular context when referring collectively. Forgetting to mention legal aspects when defining.

How do you pronounce Citizenship?

US: /["/ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Citizenship?

Used in both formal and casual contexts. Appropriate when discussing rights, responsibilities, and legal status in a country. Avoid using in overly casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Citizenship?

"Citizenship" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.