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Translation

public; audience

Word origin

From Latin publicus ('of the people, public'), influenced by populus ('people'). English public and publish come from the same root.

Origin
Latin
Root
publicus
English cognates
public, publish

Grammar

Femininepublique
Masc pluralpublics
Fem pluralpubliques

Examples

L' .

Public school is free in France.

.

The audience really enjoyed tonight's show.

C' .

That is public information.

tous .

This public park is open to all residents.

.

Public transport is free on Sundays.

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This word is part of lesson 14.