No. 664 in Italian
civili
The Italian word "civili" translates to "civilians" or "civil" in English, depending on context.
In a sentence
Gli abitanti della città sono sempre stati molto civili.
The inhabitants of the city have always been very civil.
Here, 'civili' is used as an adjective describing the inhabitants, meaning they are polite and respectful.
Durante il conflitto, molti civili furono costretti a lasciare le loro case.
During the conflict, many civilians were forced to leave their homes.
In this context, 'civili' refers to ordinary citizens, distinguishing them from military personnel.
Le costruzioni civili richiedono un'attenzione particolare per la sicurezza.
Civil constructions require particular attention to safety.
Here, 'civili' qualifies 'constructions,' meaning structures not intended for military use but rather for civilian or public utility.
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