jus soli

Translingual

Etymology

From Latin ius (“law”) + soli (“of soil”).

Noun

jus soli

  1. The right of nationality or citizenship acquired by being born in that place.

See also

English

Etymology

From Latin ius (“law”) + soli (“of soil”).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /dʒʌs ˈsoʊlaɪ/, /juːs ˈsoʊli/
  • Audio (Southern England)(file)

Noun

jus soli

  1. The right of nationality or citizenship acquired by being born in that place.
    Synonym: birthright citizenship
    Coordinate term: jus sanguinis

Translations
birthright citizenship — see birthright citizenship
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