No. 5,794 in French
communal
Relating to or shared by a community or group.
In a sentence
Le jardin communal est ouvert à tous les résidents du quartier.
The communal garden is open to all residents of the neighborhood.
In this sentence, 'communal' describes a garden that is shared and maintained by the community or group, emphasizing collective use and ownership.
Ils ont une belle dynamique dans leur vie communale.
They have a beautiful dynamic in their communal life.
Here, 'communal' refers to aspects of life that involve the community or shared activities, highlighting interpersonal relationships and shared living.
La salle communale accueille les réunions et événements locaux.
The communal hall hosts local meetings and events.
In this case, 'communal' specifies a hall intended for community gatherings, indicating the purpose of shared use for the area's people.
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