residenti

Residenti is the plural form of residente and refers to people who live in a particular place and are considered residents of that place. In everyday language it describes the population that resides in a city, region, or country, regardless of citizenship. In statistical and administrative contexts, residenti are typically distinguished from temporary visitors and from non-resident workers.

Etymology: The term derives from residenza or residente, from Latin residēre, meaning to remain or stay. The concept emphasizes the place where a person resides as a habitual home.

Administrative use: In many countries, residency is established by registration with a local civil registry or anagrafe. Being registered as a residente enables access to public services such as healthcare and schooling, and may influence tax status and eligibility for local voting rights. Residency data are routinely used to plan infrastructure, services, and resource allocation.

Residence versus domicile: Residenza and domicilio express related but distinct concepts. Residenza refers to the place one declares as habitual home, while domicilio is the place where one has the intention to reside for legal purposes. Different jurisdictions may define and require changes to these statuses differently, affecting rights and duties.

Statistical use: National and regional statistics agencies publish data on popolazione residente, the usual residents, to measure demographic size and distribution. Definitions vary by country, with some counts based on ordinary residence, others including or excluding long-term visitors, temporary workers, or non-citizens.

See also: Anagrafe, Residenza, Domicilio, Demografia.