ciudadana

female citizen

noun syoo-dah-DAH-nah Rare

Usage Note

Ciudadana is the feminine form of ciudadano (citizen). Both forms are common in official and political language: derechos de los ciudadanos y ciudadanas (rights of citizens). The word can also function as an adjective: una iniciativa ciudadana (a citizens' initiative). In Latin America ciudadana is also used as an informal title of address in some countries, similar to 'ma'am'.

Examples

"Cada ciudadana tiene derecho a votar."

Natural Translation

Every female citizen has the right to vote.

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