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English
Republic
rəˈpəblɪk
Very common
~ 2100
~ 2100
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Republic -
A state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives, and which has an elected or nominated president rather than a monarch.
Example: France is a republic with a president as the head of state.
Usage: formalContext: political discussions
Note: Commonly used when discussing different forms of government.
A community or group with a certain equality among its members.
Example: The artist colony functioned as a republic, with each member having an equal say in decisions.
Usage: formalContext: describing a specific group or community
Note: This usage is less common and more metaphorical.
Republic's synonyms
democracy
A democracy is a system of government in which the people have the authority to choose their governing legislation.
Example: The country transitioned from a monarchy to a democracy after the revolution.
Note: While a republic is a form of government where power is held by the people and their elected representatives, a democracy specifically focuses on the direct involvement of the citizens in decision-making processes.
commonwealth
A commonwealth is a political community founded for the common good.
Example: The Commonwealth of Nations comprises countries that were formerly part of the British Empire.
Note: A commonwealth can refer to a group of states or countries with shared interests and goals, whereas a republic is a specific form of government.
state
A state is an organized political community living under a single system of government.
Example: The United States is a federal republic composed of individual states.
Note: While a state can refer to a sovereign entity within a country or a country itself, a republic specifically denotes a form of government.
Republic expressions, common phrases
Republic of Letters
Refers to an international intellectual community of scholars and writers who communicate through letters.
Example: Scholars from different countries collaborated in the Republic of Letters during the Renaissance.
Note: This phrase extends the concept of a republic beyond a political entity to an intellectual one.
Banana Republic
Describes a politically unstable country with a dependent economy, typically reliant on a single export like bananas.
Example: The small island nation was often criticized for its corrupt government, leading to it being labeled a banana republic.
Note: This phrase uses 'republic' to highlight the political and economic situation of a country rather than its form of government.
People's Republic
Refers to a republic where the political power is held by the people or on behalf of the people.
Example: China is officially known as the People's Republic of China.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the involvement and representation of the people in the government.
Digital Republic
Describes a country that uses digital technology extensively in its governance and public services.
Example: Estonia is often referred to as a digital republic due to its advanced e-governance systems.
Note: This phrase modernizes the concept of a republic by focusing on its technological advancements.
Islamic Republic
Refers to a republic where the legal system is based on Islamic principles.
Example: Iran is an Islamic Republic governed by Islamic law.
Note: This phrase indicates the influence of Islamic beliefs and laws in the governance of the republic.
Republic everyday (slang) expressions
Repub
A shortened informal term for 'republic', often used in casual conversations.
Example: Let's head to the local repub for some drinks.
Note: Informal and colloquial form of the original word 'republic'.
Republik
A stylized spelling of 'republic' for branding or creative purposes.
Example: They're hosting a party at Republik this weekend.
Note: A creative or stylized variation of the original word 'republic'.
Rep
An abbreviation of 'republic', commonly used in informal contexts.
Example: Are you going to the rep meeting tomorrow?
Note: Casual and short form of the original word 'republic'.
Rep House
A slang term referring to a building or place associated with a republic.
Example: The Rep House is known for its live music performances.
Note: Casual term highlighting the location associated with the original word.
Reppin'
A slang term meaning representing or showing support for a republic or community.
Example: He's always reppin' the local republic with pride.
Note: Informal and colloquial expression related to being a part of a specific group or place.
Rep Squad
A slang term for a group of people associated with a republic or specific community.
Example: Join the Rep Squad for exclusive benefits at the Republic.
Note: Casual and modern reference to a group connected by a shared identity.
Repubbing
A verb form of 'repub' used to describe engaging in activities related to a republic.
Example: They're out there repubbing all night long.
Note: Casual and informal term for participating in events or actions linked to a specific place or group.
Republic - Examples
The United States is a republic.
The president is the head of the republic.
The country transitioned from a monarchy to a republic in 1918.
Republic grammar
Republic - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: republic
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): republics
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): republic
Syllables, Separation and Stress
republic Contains 3 syllables: re • pub • lic
Phonetic transcription: ri-ˈpə-blik
re pub lic , ri ˈpə blik (The red syllable is stressed)
Republic - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
republic: ~ 2100 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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