resident; inhabitant; population
Refers to people living in a particular area, such as a town, city, or country. Often used in administrative, legal, or community contexts. Can also refer to the collective body of residents.
The population of this town is about 10,000.
住民の皆様に大切なお知らせがあります。
We have an important notice for all residents.
The residents are opposing the construction of the new factory.
The city explained the details of the construction to the residents.
They decided to hear the residents' opinions before moving forward with the plan.
A disaster preparedness drill was held for the residents.
住民 is a broader, more official term for residents of an area, whereas 隣人 emphasizes personal proximity to oneself.
住民 is a general term for residents of any area, while 町民 specifically denotes residents of a town (町).
住民 means residents of a specific area, while 人民 refers to the people as a whole political or social body, not tied to a particular locality.
municipal tax; resident tax
all the inhabitants; all residents