televisión
/teh-leh-vee-SYON/
television set
The image shows a televisión, or television set, referring to the physical electronic device used to display images.
televisión(noun)
television set
?The electronic device used to display images.
TV
?Short form for the appliance.
,television screen
?The monitor itself.
📝 In Action
Compramos una televisión nueva para la sala.
A1We bought a new television set for the living room.
Por favor, apaga la televisión antes de salir.
A1Please turn off the TV before leaving.
💡 Grammar Points
Feminine Noun Pattern
Most Spanish words ending in -ción (like canción or información) are feminine, so they use 'la' or 'una'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Device vs. Medium
When talking about the physical object, both 'televisión' and 'televisor' are used, though 'televisión' is far more common in everyday speech.
This image represents televisión as the broadcasting medium or industry, distinct from the physical device.
televisión(noun)
television
?The medium, the broadcasting industry, or content.
TV (medium)
?The general concept of watching programs.
📝 In Action
La televisión ha cambiado mucho en los últimos diez años.
B1Television (the medium) has changed a lot in the last ten years.
Ella trabaja en la televisión como productora.
A2She works in television as a producer.
No me gusta ver televisión.
A2I don't like watching television.
💡 Grammar Points
Omission of Article
When talking about the action of watching, Spanish often skips the 'la' before 'televisión': we say 'ver televisión' (watching television) not 'ver la televisión', similar to 'ir a clase' (going to class).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Mixing up the activity and the object
Mistake: "Me gusta la televisión mucho (when you mean the activity)."
Correction: Use 'Me gusta ver televisión' if you mean the activity, or ensure you clarify: 'Me gusta la programación de la televisión' (I like the programming on television).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: televisión
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence refers to the physical appliance, not the content?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'televisión' have an accent mark?
Spanish words that end in -s, -n, or a vowel usually stress the second-to-last syllable. Since 'televisión' stresses the very last syllable (-sión), it requires an accent mark over the 'o' to show this strong, non-standard stress.
Can I use 'televisor' instead of 'televisión'?
Yes, but only when referring to the physical box or device (Definition 1). 'Televisor' specifically means the set. 'Televisión' is used for both the device and the general concept (the medium/industry).