Charges for public utilities such as electricity, gas, and water; regular bills paid by households or businesses.
今月の公共料金が去年より高くなった。
This month's utility bills are higher than last year's.
公共料金は口座振替で支払っている。
I pay public utility charges by direct debit from my bank account.
光熱費を節約すれば、公共料金を減らせる。
If you save on energy, you can reduce your utility bills.