This is the 379th most frequent Swedish word.
offentliga
"Offentliga" means "public" in English.
The word 'offentliga' is used as an adjective describing 'bibliotek' (libraries), indicating that the libraries are open to the public and serve a community function.
Offentliga bibliotek erbjuder många resurser för utbildning.
Public libraries offer many resources for education.
Here, 'offentliga' describes 'platser' (places), showing that the places are accessible to and intended for the general public.
Politikerna diskuterade nya regler för offentliga platser.
The politicians discussed new regulations for public places.
In this case, 'offentliga' modifies 'debatten' (debate), stressing that the debate is conducted openly and is accessible to the public.