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10 Language-to-English DictionariesPublic Space
/ˈpʌb.lɪk speɪs/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
An area or place that is open and accessible to all individuals, regardless of ownership.
"The city park serves as a vital public space for community gatherings and recreational activities." - 2
A location that facilitates social interaction and engagement among the public.
"Public spaces like plazas and squares are essential for fostering community spirit."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'public space' combines 'public', derived from the Latin 'publicus', meaning 'of the people', and 'space', from the Latin 'spatium', meaning 'extent or area'. The concept evolved through the Renaissance, emphasizing areas accessible to all members of society.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Public Space" is said worldwide
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espace public
Transliteration: ɛspas pʊblɪk
"Le parc de la ville est un espace public essentiel pour les rassemblements communautaires."
öffentlicher Raum
Transliteration: oeffentlicher Raum
"Der Stadtpark ist ein wichtiger öffentlicher Raum für Gemeinschaftsveranstaltungen."
spazio pubblico
Transliteration: spatsio pubbliko
"Il parco cittadino è uno spazio pubblico fondamentale per gli eventi comunitari."
espacio público
Transliteration: espaθio públiko
"El parque de la ciudad es un espacio público vital para las reuniones comunitarias."
espaço público
Transliteration: espaço público
"O parque da cidade é um espaço público essencial para eventos comunitários."
सार्वजनिक स्थान
Transliteration: sārvaṇik sthān
"शहर का पार्क सामुदायिक आयोजनों के लिए एक महत्वपूर्ण सार्वजनिक स्थान है।"
公共空间
Transliteration: gōnggòng kōngjiān
"城市公园是社区活动的重要公共空间。"
공공 공간
Transliteration: gonggong gonggan
"도시 공원은 지역 사회 모임을 위한 중요한 공공 공간입니다."
公共スペース
Transliteration: kōkyō supēsu
"市の公園は地域社会の集まりにとって重要な公共スペースです。"
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