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publiquement

publicly

adverb poo-bleek-MAHN Rare
Communication Language

Usage Note

Publiquement is the adverb from public/publique and is used in formal contexts — speeches, statements, apologies. It often contrasts with en privé ('in private'). The -ment ending follows the feminine adjective form publique, as is the standard French rule for forming adverbs.

Examples

"Il a publiquement reconnu son erreur."

Natural Translation

He publicly acknowledged his mistake.

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