This is the 466th most frequent Dutch word.
openbaar
Public.
Here, 'openbaar' is used as an adjective to describe 'vervoer' (transport), meaning that it is for public use.
Het openbaar vervoer is een efficiƫnte manier om door de stad te reizen.
Public transport is an efficient way to travel through the city.
In this sentence, 'openbaar' describes 'park' (park), indicating that it is open and accessible to the general public.
In een openbaar park kunnen mensen genieten van de natuur.
In a public park, people can enjoy nature.
Here, 'openbaar' is used as an adjective for 'debat' (debate), signifying that the event is intended to be open to everyone and not private.