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citizenship

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/ˈsɪtɪzənˌʃɪp/ · cit-i-zen-ship

The status of being a citizen of a particular country or state.

Meanings

nounformal

The status of being a citizen of a particular country or state.

کسی خاص ملک یا ریاست کا شہری ہونے کی حیثیت۔

شہریت

shahriyat

Formal: شہریت

Synonyms

nationalitymembershipallegianceقومیتعلاقہرہائشی حیثیت

Antonyms

alienageforeignnessاجنبیپناہ گزینی

Common Collocations

  • dual citizenship
  • citizenship status
  • acquire citizenship

Example Sentences

He was granted citizenship after living in the country for ten years.

اسے ملک میں دس سال رہنے کے بعد شہریت دی گئی۔

Usay mulk mein das saal rehne ke baad shahriyat di gayi.

Citizenship laws can vary significantly between countries.

شہریت کے قوانین ملکوں کے درمیان نمایاں طور پر مختلف ہو سکتے ہیں۔

Shahriyat ke qawaid mulkon ke darmiyan numayan tor par mukhtalif ho sakte hain.

She applied for citizenship to enjoy the benefits of residency.

اس نے رہائش کے فوائد享享نانے کے لیے شہریت کے لیے درخواست دی۔

Us ne rehaysh ke fawaid hasil karne ke liye shahriyat ke liye darkhwast di.

Easily Confused With

nationality:Nationality often refers to the legal relationship between an individual and a nation, while citizenship can include specific rights and privileges.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of citizenship as the ship that carries you to your country's rights and responsibilities.

Imagine a ship sailing under the flag of your country, representing your membership in that nation.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Old French "citizien" — inhabitant

First known use: 14th century

The word 'citizenship' comes from the Old French word 'citizien,' which refers to someone who lives in a city or town. It evolved through Middle English to indicate the status of being a member of a nation or community.