in (the) public

English as a Second Language English Vocabulary, Grammar and Idioms
1

Do you how to give a speech ____? (A) in the public (B) in public
Which choice is correct, A, B or both?
Thanks a lot for your reply.

2

(B), I think

3

Could anyone please confirm for me?
Thanks a lot
Nessie :slight_smile:

4

Do you [color=blue]know how to give a speech in public?

5

By the way, please tell me if “in the public” is ever used and how different it is compared to “in public” (just like “in case” and “in the case”)

Thanks a lot
Nessie

6

How to make a public speach ? is it correct?

7

Hello.
The expression is in public.
Her husband was always nice to her in public.

8

Though I’m not sure about the whole sentence (collocation): to give speech in public.

9

I think “to give speech in public” is correct, and I think “in the public” may not be a fixed phrase, “public” here may just be a noun modifier. :slight_smile:

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The phrase is ‘to give a speech in public’.[YSaerTTEW443543]

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