This is the 664th most frequent Italian word.
civili
The Italian word "civili" translates to "civilians" or "civil" in English, depending on context.
In this context, 'civili' refers to ordinary citizens, distinguishing them from military personnel.
Durante il conflitto, molti civili furono costretti a lasciare le loro case.
During the conflict, many civilians were forced to leave their homes.
Here, 'civili' qualifies 'constructions,' meaning structures not intended for military use but rather for civilian or public utility.
Le costruzioni civili richiedono un'attenzione particolare per la sicurezza.
Civil constructions require particular attention to safety.
Here, 'civili' is used as an adjective describing the inhabitants, meaning they are polite and respectful.