What is the Spanish word for "public"?

Learn how to say "public" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

public

Spanish

público

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Alternative translations of "public"

público en general

Examples of how to use "public" in Spanish

English
This is a free public event.
Spanish
Este es un evento público gratuito.
English
The library is open to the public.
Spanish
La biblioteca está abierta al público.
English
He spoke at a public meeting yesterday.
Spanish
Él habló en una reunión pública ayer.
English
Public parks close at sunset here.
Spanish
Los parques públicos cierran al atardecer aquí.
English
She values public health and safety.
Spanish
Ella valora la salud y seguridad públicas.

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