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Definition
Citizen; a person who enjoys rights and bears duties within a political entity.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the legal status of a person within a political entity, carrying a formal and civic tone. It is rarely used in casual daily chatter unless discussing politics, education, or legal rights. In everyday life, people usually refer to themselves as 香港人 instead of using this term.
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He is a Hong Kong citizen and has the right to vote.
As a citizen, you should obey the law, do you know that?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a regular resident or someone who just lives in a place, as it implies formal legal membership or nationality. For general residents, use 居民 instead.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
