Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
A 公民 refers to a person who is recognized by the government as a member of a particular country and has certain rights and responsibilities within that country.
Related terms
护照 (Hùzhào) - passport: A document issued by the government that allows citizens to travel internationally.
选举 (Xuǎnjǔ) - election: The process where citizens vote to choose their representatives or leaders.
法律 (Fǎlǜ) - law: Rules established by the government that citizens must follow to maintain order in society.