conducto
“conducto” means “duct” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
duct, tube
Also: vessel, pipe
📝 In Action
El aire pasa por el conducto de ventilación.
A2The air passes through the ventilation duct.
El cirujano operó el conducto lagrimal del paciente.
B2The surgeon operated on the patient's tear duct.
Los cables eléctricos van protegidos dentro de un conducto.
B1The electrical cables are protected inside a conduit.
channel, means
Also: intermediary, medium
📝 In Action
Recibimos la noticia por conductos oficiales.
B2We received the news through official channels.
Él sirvió de conducto para llegar a un acuerdo.
C1He served as the medium to reach an agreement.
Debes enviar tu queja por el conducto regular.
B2You must send your complaint through the proper channels.
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From the Latin word 'conductus', which means 'led together' or 'guided'. It comes from the same root as the English word 'conduit'.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'conducto' and 'conducta'?
'Conducto' (masculine) means a tube, duct, or channel of communication. 'Conducta' (feminine) means someone's behavior or how they act.
Can I use 'conducto' to talk about water pipes at home?
While technically possible, most people use 'tubería' for home plumbing. 'Conducto' is usually reserved for air, electricity, or biological paths.
Is 'conducto' formal?
When used for physical things, it is neutral. When used to mean 'channels' of communication, it is quite formal.