citizens
US /ˈsɪt.ɪ.zənz/
UK /ˈsɪt.ɪ.zənz/
複數名詞
1.
公民, 居民
inhabitants of a city or town
範例:
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The citizens of the town gathered in the square.
鎮上的居民聚集在廣場上。
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It is important for citizens to participate in local elections.
公民參與地方選舉很重要。
2.
公民, 國民
legally recognized subjects or nationals of a state or commonwealth, either native or naturalized
範例:
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All citizens are entitled to certain rights and protections.
所有公民都享有某些權利和保護。
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New citizens must take an oath of allegiance.
新公民必須宣誓效忠。