Beginner Government & Politics

Citizenship

/ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/ noun

Meaning

The legal status of being a recognised member of a particular country, with rights and duties.

हिंदी मेंकिसी विशेष देश के मान्यता प्राप्त सदस्य होने की कानूनी स्थिति, जिसके साथ अधिकार और कर्तव्य जुड़े होते हैं।

Example Sentences

“He applied for British citizenship after ten years.”

उसने दस साल बाद ब्रिटिश नागरिकता के लिए आवेदन किया।

“Citizenship comes with both rights and responsibilities.”

नागरिकता के साथ अधिकार और जिम्मेदारियां दोनों जुड़ी होती हैं।

⚠ Common Mistake

Don't confuse with "nationality" — the two often overlap but are legally distinct concepts in some countries.

Good to Know

Synonyms
nationality
Countable
uncountable

Written and reviewed by Maninder Thind · Last updated 17 August 2026

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