Portuguese · Culture & Society
Cidadão
[/sidaˈdɐ̃w/]
Citizen
Intermediatenoun · m
Definition
A legally recognized member of a state or community.
Membro legalmente reconhecido de um estado ou comunidade.
Example
Todo cidadão tem direitos e deveres.
Every citizen has rights and duties.
Etymology
'Cidadão' comes from the Latin 'civis', which means a citizen or inhabitant, emphasizing the concept of belonging to a polity or community.
How & Where It’s Used
'Cidadão' is used both formally and informally, often in discussions related to rights and responsibilities within society. It appears in legal texts, public discourse, and media.