How to Pronounce "civilians"
word
/səˈvɪɫjənz/
suh-VIL-yuhnz
/sɪvˈɪliənz/
si-VIL-ee-uhnz
Definition
Civilians are ordinary people who are not members of the military, police, or armed forces. The word is often used when talking about war, conflict, public safety, or official operations.
IPA Transcription
American English
/səˈvɪɫjənz/
British English
/sɪvˈɪliənz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-VIL-yuhnz
UK
si-VIL-ee-uhnz
Listen in Context
The soldiers helped the civilians leave the city.
Many civilians were afraid during the fighting.
The camp gives food and water to civilians.
The report says the attack put civilians at serious risk.