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"a US citizen" vs "an US citizen"

The correct phrase is 'a US citizen.' The article 'a' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound, while 'an' is used before words that begin with a vowel sound. In this case, 'US' is pronounced as 'you-es,' which starts with a consonant sound.

Last Updated: March 27, 2024

a US citizen

This phrase is correct. 'A' is used before words that start with a consonant sound, like 'US.'

Use 'a US citizen' when referring to an American citizen. The article 'a' is used before words that begin with a consonant sound.

Examples:

  • She is a US citizen.
  • He became a US citizen last year.

Alternatives:

  • an American citizen
  • a citizen of the United States
  • a person from the US
  • a resident of the USA
  • an individual from America

an US citizen

This phrase is incorrect. 'An' is used before words that start with a vowel sound, not a consonant sound like 'US.'

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