Publico (en. Audience)
/puˈβli.ko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Set of people who have something in common.
The audience applauded at the end of the performance.
El público aplaudió al final de la actuación.
Accessible space for everyone.
The park is a public place where everyone can enter.
El parque es un lugar público donde todos pueden entrar.
Refers to something of general interest.
The information was disclosed to the public.
La información fue divulgada al público.
Etymology
From Latin 'publicus', meaning 'belonging to the people'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
public service
Activity aimed at satisfying collective needs.
servicio público
target audience
Group of people to whom a message or product is directed.
público objetivo
public man
Person who plays an active role in public life.
hombre público
Related Words
general public
Set of individuals without distinction.
público en general
attending public
The people who attend a specific event or place.
público asistente
public sector
Set of entities managed by the state.
sector público
Slang Meanings
Referring to a person who is very well known.
That movie star is very public; she's always in the news.
Esa estrella de cine es muy pública, siempre está en las noticias.
Someone who acts very openly in their private life.
He doesn't care what others think; he lives his life very publicly.
No le importa lo que piensen los demás, vive su vida de forma muy pública.