Translation of Polish word "obywatel" to English
obywatel
/ɔbjavˈtɛl/
Meaning
NounA legally recognized member of a state or country, with rights and duties such as voting and protection under the law.
How to use
The masculine personal noun 'obywatel' (citizen) has the feminine form 'obywatelka'. In the plural, the nominative is 'obywatele' and the genitive is 'obywateli'. It refers to a legal member of a state. The related adjective is 'obywatelski' (e.g., 'obowiązek obywatelski' — civic duty).
🇬🇧 English
citizen
Structure Guide
Polish Word: obywatel
Translation: citizen
Example Sentences
Obywatel powinien być lojalny wobec swojego kraju.
A citizen should be loyal to their country.
Obywatel powinien działać w interesie swojej społeczności.
A citizen should act in the interest of their community.
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Common phrases
- obywatel Polski— citizen of Poland
- obowiązek obywatelski— civic duty / obligation
- inicjatywa obywatelska— citizens' initiative
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The Polish word "obywatel" means "citizen" in English.
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