How to Say "the public" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “the public” is “público” — use 'público' when referring to people in general, a collective audience, or the community at large, often in a less formal or political context.
Use 'público' when referring to people in general, a collective audience, or the community at large, often in a less formal or political context.
Learn more →Choose 'ciudadanía' when referring specifically to the people of a nation or a country, emphasizing their status as citizens and their collective rights or responsibilities.
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Examples
El público ovacionó al artista.
The audience gave the artist a standing ovation.
ciudadanía
Examples
La ciudadanía votó masivamente por el cambio.
The citizenry voted overwhelmingly for change.
Público vs. Ciudadanía
Learners often confuse 'público' and 'ciudadanía' by using 'público' when discussing the rights and responsibilities of a nation's people. Remember, 'ciudadanía' specifically denotes the collective body of citizens within a country, especially in political or civic contexts.
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