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civic

/ˈsɪvɪk/

Relating to a city or town and the people who live there. It also describes the duties and responsibilities that a citizen has toward their community.

Exemples

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1

Voting in elections is an important civic duty.

Voting in elections is an important duty for citizens.

2

The mayor gave a speech at the civic center last night.

The mayor spoke at the city community building last night.

3

Helping pick up trash in the park is a nice civic thing to do.

Cleaning the park is a good way to help your city.

Famille de mots

Nom
civics
Adverbe
civically
Adjectif
civic
Apparenté
citizen
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Astuce mémo

Remember that 'Civic' starts with 'Ci' just like the word 'City'.

Quiz rapide

The new ______ center offers many services for the local people.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : civic

Exemples

1

Voting in elections is an important civic duty.

everyday

Voting in elections is an important duty for citizens.

2

The mayor gave a speech at the civic center last night.

formal

The mayor spoke at the city community building last night.

3

Helping pick up trash in the park is a nice civic thing to do.

informal

Cleaning the park is a good way to help your city.

4

The curriculum includes lessons on civic engagement and local government.

academic

The school program teaches about how citizens participate in local government.

5

Our corporation focuses on civic improvement projects in the downtown area.

business

Our company works on projects to make the city center better.

Famille de mots

Nom
civics
Adverbe
civically
Adjectif
civic
Apparenté
citizen

Collocations courantes

civic duty the responsibility of a citizen
civic pride feeling proud of your city
civic center a building for community events
civic engagement taking part in city activities
civic leader a person who leads city projects

Phrases Courantes

civic duty

a legal or moral obligation of a citizen

civic virtue

good habits that help the community

civic life

the public life of a citizen

Souvent confondu avec

civic vs civil

Civil usually refers to being polite or legal matters, while civic specifically refers to city/community duties.

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Notes d'usage

This word is almost always used to describe nouns related to city life or the responsibilities of people living in a community.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often confuse 'civic' with 'civil'. Use 'civic' when talking about city buildings or duties like voting.

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Astuce mémo

Remember that 'Civic' starts with 'Ci' just like the word 'City'.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin word 'civicus', meaning 'pertaining to a citizen'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as an adjective before a noun Does not have a comparative form (no 'more civic') Typically non-gradable
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Contexte culturel

In many English-speaking cultures, civic participation (like jury duty or voting) is considered a fundamental part of democracy.

Quiz rapide

The new ______ center offers many services for the local people.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : civic

Mots lis

principled

C2

Acting in accordance with morality and high standards of behavior. It describes a person or an action guided by a strict set of values and integrity rather than by personal gain or convenience.

analytical

C1

Relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning to understand something by breaking it down into its constituent parts. It describes a systematic approach to problem-solving and the ability to evaluate information critically.

approach

C1

A systematic way of dealing with something or a specific perspective taken when addressing a problem or task. It can also refer to the physical act of moving nearer to someone or something in distance or time.

authorize

C1

To grant official permission or legal power to someone to perform a specific action or to allow something to happen. It typically involves a formal process or a person in a position of authority validating a request or procedure.

beneficial

B2

Beneficial describes something that has a good effect or promotes well-being. It is frequently used in formal or academic contexts to highlight the advantages or positive outcomes of a specific action, substance, or situation.

consistent

C2

The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.

constitutional

C2

Relating to the fundamental principles or established laws that govern a state or organization. It can also refer to an individual's physical health or inherent temperament.

contextual

B2

Relating to the circumstances or setting in which something exists or occurs. It describes information that helps explain the meaning of an event, statement, or idea by looking at its surroundings.

contract

C1

A formal and legally binding agreement between two or more parties that establishes mutual obligations. In academic and legal contexts, it refers to the specific terms, conditions, and enforcement mechanisms that govern a transaction or relationship.

contractor

C1

A person or company that performs work or provides goods and services under a specific legal agreement. Unlike a regular employee, a contractor is usually hired for a specific project or a fixed period of time as an independent entity.

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