public service

• Service fourni par le gouvernement ou ses institutions pour le bien de la société, comme la santé, l'éducation ou les services d'urgence. Peut aussi désigner le travail effectué au service de la communauté.

A service provided by the government or its agencies to benefit the community, such as healthcare, education, or emergency services. It can also refer to work done for the public good.

1. Government servicesB1formal

   Services provided by the government to its citizens, such as education, healthcare, and transportation.

   service public

   • The government invests heavily in public service infrastructure.
   • Public service workers, like teachers and nurses, are essential.
   • Access to clean water is a basic public service.

2. Work for the communityB1formal

   Work done to help the community, often without direct profit.

   service public

   • He dedicated his life to public service as a firefighter.
   • Volunteering at the shelter is a form of public service.
   • Public service announcements inform the public about safety.