Cool MateMeaning of Civilian
a person who is not a member of the armed forces or the police
In simple words: A person who is not a member of the military or police.
Civilian in a sentence
- Two soldiers and one civilian were killed in the explosion.
- Hundreds of **innocent civilians** have died in the air strikes.
- Further measures are needed to protect civilians.
- The group was accused of targeting civilians.
How to use Civilian
Use 'civilian' to refer to ordinary people, especially in contrast to military personnel. Avoid using in highly technical or military contexts where specific roles are discussed.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think 'civilians are seen in city life,' like civilians living in a city.
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Civilian in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مدني
شخص عادي مش مش عسكري أو شرطي.
- Bengaliবাংলা
বেসামরিক
এমন একজন ব্যক্তি যিনি সেনাবাহিনী বা পুলিশের সদস্য নন।
- GermanDeutsch
Zivilist
Jemand, der nicht beim Militär oder bei der Polizei ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Civilian
Alguien que no es militar ni policía.
- Persianفارسی
غیرنظامی
یه آدم عادی که نظامی یا پلیس نیست.
- FrenchFrançais
Civilian
Quelqu'un qui ne fait pas partie de l'armée ou de la police.
- Hindiहिन्दी
सिविलियन
एक व्यक्ति जो सेना या पुलिस का सदस्य नहीं है।
- ItalianItaliano
Civile
Una persona che non fa parte dell'esercito o della polizia.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Civilian
Uma pessoa que não faz parte do exército ou da polícia.
- RussianРусский
Гражданский
Человек, который не служит в армии или полиции.
- Urduاردو
شہری
ایسا شخص جو فوج یا پولیس کا رکن نہ ہو۔
- Chinese中文
平民
不是军人或警察的人。
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Frequently asked questions about Civilian
What does Civilian mean?
A person who is not a member of the military or police.
What is the definition of Civilian?
a person who is not a member of the armed forces or the police
How do you use Civilian in a sentence?
Two soldiers and one civilian were killed in the explosion.
Can you give another example of Civilian?
Hundreds of **innocent civilians** have died in the air strikes.
What are synonyms for Civilian?
Common alternatives include non-combatant, ordinary person, citizen, private citizen, bystander.
What is the opposite of Civilian?
Opposite meanings include military, combatant.
What words go with Civilian?
It commonly pairs with innocent, unarmed, ordinary, attack, kill, target.
What are common mistakes when using Civilian?
Confused with 'civil' which relates to citizens or society. Incorrectly used as an adjective; it's primarily a noun.
How do you pronounce Civilian?
US: /["/səˈvɪliən/"]/, UK: /["/səˈvɪliən/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Civilian?
Use 'civilian' to refer to ordinary people, especially in contrast to military personnel. Avoid using in highly technical or military contexts where specific roles are discussed.
What CEFR level is Civilian?
"Civilian" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.