communiquez

Communciquez, commonly written as communique or communiqué, denotes a formal statement issued to the media or public by an organization, government body, corporation, or individual. The spelling with a z is uncommon and generally considered a nonstandard variant or stylistic adaptation; most dictionaries list communique or communiqué as the standard forms.

The term originates from the French verb communiquer, meaning to share or impart, with the noun form communiqu é entering English in the 19th century. In diplomacy, journalism, and official communications, a communique refers to a concise statement that conveys information, developments, or policy.

Usage and structure typically feature publication details such as date and place, followed by a clear statement of purpose and essential information. A communique may present facts, outcomes, or decisions, and may include quotes, background context, or implications. It often ends with standard contact information for media inquiries. In practice, modern organizations disseminate communiqués through press offices, official websites, or social media channels, sometimes targeting specific audiences or regions.

Variants and examples: Spelling variants include communique, communiqué, and, less commonly, communiqués. The term is closely related to a press release and an official statement, but it is often more formal or official in tone. While historically associated with diplomatic or military contexts, communiqués are now widely used in corporate, governmental, NGO, and academic communications to convey timely, sanctioned information to the public. Some entities adopt the z-ending for branding or stylistic reasons, though this usage remains atypical in formal writing.