公立

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Meaning and Usage

"公立" (gōnglì) refers to institutions or organizations established and operated by the government or public authorities. It is commonly used to describe schools, hospitals, libraries, and other public services.

Common Contexts

You will often see "公立" paired with nouns like 学校 (school), 医院 (hospital), and 图书馆 (library) to indicate that these are public, government-run entities.

Collocations

  • 公立学校: public school, emphasizing government funding and management
  • 公立医院: public hospital, often implying lower costs and government support
  • 公立图书馆: public library, a community resource funded by the government

Usage Notes

Using "公立" highlights the public nature and government affiliation of an institution, often contrasting with 私立 (private). It carries a neutral to positive tone, often implying accessibility and affordability.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse "公立" with "公共" (public in the sense of public space or public services). "公立" specifically refers to institutions established by the government, while "公共" is broader and can refer to anything public or communal.

Example Sentences

The teaching quality of this public school is very high.

Public hospitals usually charge less than private hospitals.

The government plans to increase investment in public libraries.