How to Pronounce "citizenship"
word
/ˈsɪtɪzənˌʃɪp/
SIT-uh-zun-ship
/sˈɪtɪzənʃˌɪp/
SIT-uh-zun-ship
Definition
The legal status of being a recognized member of a country, usually with rights such as voting and responsibilities such as obeying its laws.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɪtɪzənˌʃɪp/
British English
/sˈɪtɪzənʃˌɪp/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIT-uh-zun-ship
UK
SIT-uh-zun-ship
Listen in Context
He applied for citizenship in Canada.
You need citizenship to vote in national elections.
She lost her citizenship after moving abroad.
Gaining citizenship can take several years, depending on the country.