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foro

forum, online forum

noun FOH-rroh Less Common
Communication Media

Origin: From Latin forum (public square, marketplace).

Also means

public square (historical)

Usage Note

Foro retains its classical meaning of a public space for debate, and in modern use refers to a discussion forum (online or in-person). El Foro can also mean a theatre's back stage area in Spanish theatrical tradition. Do not confuse with fuero ('charter, privilege, jurisdiction').

Examples

"Publicó su pregunta en el foro."

Natural Translation

She posted her question on the forum.

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