A1 verb Neutral #2,916 most common

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.

Examples

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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.

Word Family

Noun
civics
Adverb
civically
Adjective
civic
Related
citizen
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Memory Tip

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

Quick Quiz

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

Correct!

The correct answer is: civic

Examples

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.

Word Family

Noun
civics
Adverb
civically
Adjective
civic
Related
citizen

Common Collocations

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

Common Phrases

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

Often Confused With

civic vs civil

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

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Usage Notes

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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Common Mistakes

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

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Memory Tip

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

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Word Origin

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

Grammar Patterns

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

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

Quick Quiz

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

Correct!

The correct answer is: civic

Related Words

proceed

C1

The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.

individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

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