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telecomunicación

te-le-ko-mu-ni-ka-SYON/telekomunikaˈθjon/

“telecomunicación” means “telecommunication” in Spanish (the science or industry of long-distance communication).

telecommunication

Also: telecoms
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La industria de la telecomunicación ha cambiado el mundo.

B1

The telecommunication industry has changed the world.

Mi hermana estudia ingeniería de telecomunicación.

B2

My sister is studying telecommunication engineering.

El satélite permite una mejor telecomunicación en zonas rurales.

C1

The satellite allows for better telecommunication in rural areas.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • comunicación a distancia (long-distance communication)
  • telegrafía (telegraphy)

Antonyms

  • comunicación presencial (in-person communication)

Common Collocations

  • red de telecomunicación – telecommunication network
  • sector de las telecomunicaciones – telecommunications sector
  • vía de telecomunicación – telecommunication channel

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "telecomunicación" in Spanish:

telecommunication→

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: telecomunicación

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the correct way to say 'the telecommunication'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
comunicar(to communicate) — Verb
telecomunicativo(related to telecommunications) — Adjective
comunicación(communication) — Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
canciónestaciónnación
📚 Etymology▼

Formed by the Greek prefix 'tele-' (meaning 'far off' or 'at a distance') and the Latin word 'communicatio' (meaning 'sharing' or 'imparting').

First recorded: Early 20th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: télécommunicationItalian: telecomunicazionePortuguese: telecomunicação

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I use it in singular or plural?

Both are common. Use 'la telecomunicación' for the general concept or science, and 'las telecomunicaciones' when talking about the industry or multiple types of systems.

Is it different from just 'comunicación'?

Yes. 'Comunicación' is any kind of sharing of info. 'Telecomunicación' specifically refers to doing it over distances using technology like cables, radio, or satellites.

What does 'ingeniería de telecomunicación' mean?

It is the specific branch of engineering that designs systems for phones, internet, and satellite signals.