English–French

“city dweller” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/sitadɛ̃/

Example

Un citadin prend le bus tous les matins.

A city dweller takes the bus every morning.

Illustration for citadin (city dweller)

How to say “city dweller” in French

“City dweller” in French is citadin.

A city dweller whose daily life unfolds among streets, buildings, and public transport.

Full entry for citadin: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with citadin

Un citadin préfère souvent la commodité des commerces proches.

A city dweller often prefers the convenience of nearby shops.

Tips for using citadin

  • Citadin describes where a person lives, whereas citoyen refers to citizenship and civic status rather than residence.

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