comunicaciones
/ko-moo-nee-ka-syo-nes/
communications
The exchange of information and messages is a core function of comunicaciones.
comunicaciones(noun)
communications
?general exchange of information or messages
,messages
?plural form of something sent
telecoms
?short for telecommunications systems
📝 In Action
Las comunicaciones telefónicas fallaron durante la tormenta.
B1The phone communications failed during the storm.
Necesito revisar mis comunicaciones de la oficina.
A2I need to check my messages from the office.
Las comunicaciones modernas son instantáneas.
A2Modern communications are instantaneous.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Plural
Even though it comes from the singular noun 'comunicación' (communication), this word is almost always used in its plural form, especially when talking about systems or the general concept.
Feminine Agreement
Since this is a feminine plural noun, any adjectives describing it must also be feminine and plural (e.g., 'buenas comunicaciones').
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the Singular for Systems
Mistake: "La comunicación está rota."
Correction: Las comunicaciones están rotas. (Use the plural 'las comunicaciones' when referring to the network or system.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Technology Context
If you are referring to the internet, mobile phones, or radio, 'comunicaciones' is the perfect, all-encompassing word to use.
Studying media and information is the focus of the academic field of comunicaciones.
comunicaciones(noun)
communications
?academic field of study/major
media studies
?university subject
📝 In Action
Estudió comunicaciones en la universidad y ahora trabaja en publicidad.
B2She studied communications at university and now works in advertising.
El departamento de comunicaciones maneja las redes sociales de la empresa.
B2The communications department manages the company's social media.
⭐ Usage Tips
Academic Context
When talking about the college major or the professional field, always use the plural form 'comunicaciones'.
Physical connections, like roads and bridges, are also referred to as comunicaciones.
📝 In Action
Las comunicaciones terrestres entre las dos ciudades son excelentes.
C1The land links (or routes) between the two cities are excellent.
El ejército cortó las comunicaciones principales del enemigo.
C1The army cut the enemy's main supply routes.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: comunicaciones
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'comunicaciones' to refer to the field of study?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a difference between 'comunicación' and 'comunicaciones'?
'Comunicación' (singular) refers to the act or process of communicating (e.g., 'La comunicación fue difícil'). 'Comunicaciones' (plural) usually refers to the systems, networks, messages, or the field of study itself (e.g., 'Las comunicaciones modernas').
Can 'comunicaciones' refer to roads or transportation?
Yes, in formal or technical language, 'comunicaciones' can refer to the physical links or routes between places, like major highways or railway lines.