A2adjective 1K

Public

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpʌblɪk/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpʌblɪk/"]/

Meaning of Public

connected with ordinary people in society in general

In simple words: Relating to or concerning people as a whole.

Public in a sentence

• The public park is a great place for families to enjoy a picnic.
• He has a public persona that is very different from his private life.
• The mayor addressed the public about the new policies.
• Many public places, like libraries, offer free Wi-Fi.
• Public transportation is essential for many people in the city.

How to use Public

Used to describe things that are available to everyone, like parks or transportation. Informal contexts might involve 'public' jokes or discussions about private matters in the public eye.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'public' like a 'public park' where everyone can go!

Related words

Collocations with Public

• public transport
• public opinion
• public life

Synonyms for Public

• communal
• shared
• open

Opposites of Public

• private
• secret

Common mistakes with Public

• Confused with 'private' — misunderstanding the contrast.
• Incorrectly using it as a noun instead of an adjective.
• Overusing it in contexts that require more specific terms.

Frequently asked questions about Public

What does Public mean?

Relating to or concerning people as a whole.

What is the definition of Public?

connected with ordinary people in society in general

How do you use Public in a sentence?

The public park is a great place for families to enjoy a picnic.

Can you give another example of Public?

He has a public persona that is very different from his private life.

What are synonyms for Public?

Common alternatives include communal, shared, open.

What is the opposite of Public?

Opposite meanings include private, secret.

What words go with Public?

It commonly pairs with public transport, public opinion, public life.

What are common mistakes when using Public?

Confused with 'private' — misunderstanding the contrast. Incorrectly using it as a noun instead of an adjective. Overusing it in contexts that require more specific terms.

How do you pronounce Public?

US: /["/ˈpʌblɪk/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpʌblɪk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Public?

Used to describe things that are available to everyone, like parks or transportation. Informal contexts might involve 'public' jokes or discussions about private matters in the public eye.

What CEFR level is Public?

"Public" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.