transmisión
/trahns-mee-SYOHN/
broadcast
Transmisión refers to a broadcast, like a radio or TV show.
transmisión(noun)
broadcast
?TV, radio, or internet show
,live stream
?internet content
show
?a program being aired
📝 In Action
La transmisión del partido de fútbol duró dos horas.
A2The broadcast of the soccer game lasted two hours.
Hubo un error técnico y perdimos la transmisión en vivo.
B1There was a technical error and we lost the live stream.
💡 Grammar Points
Gender Reminder
Even though it ends in '-ión', which usually means it's a noun made from a verb, remember that 'transmisión' is always feminine, so you must use 'la' or 'una'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Noun and Verb
Mistake: "Usar 'transmitir' cuando se refiere al programa (e.g., 'Vi el transmitir')."
Correction: Use the noun 'transmisión' when talking about the program itself: 'Vi la transmisión'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Focus on the Event
This word emphasizes the event of sending the signal. If you mean the equipment, use 'transmisor'.
In mechanics, transmisión is the system of gears that transfers power in a vehicle.
transmisión(noun)
transmission
?mechanical system in a vehicle
,gearbox
?car part
gears
?the mechanism
📝 In Action
Mi coche tiene una transmisión automática, no manual.
B2My car has an automatic transmission, not a manual one.
El mecánico dijo que la transmisión estaba dañada.
B2The mechanic said the gearbox was damaged.
💡 Grammar Points
Technical Context
In a car context, you will often hear 'caja de cambios' (box of changes/gears) used interchangeably with 'transmisión'.
Transmisión can also mean the transfer or passing of something, such as heat, information, or even a disease.
transmisión(noun)
transmission
?transfer of disease, heat, or information
,passing on
?transfer of knowledge or traditions
propagation
?of waves or energy
,transfer
?general movement from A to B
📝 In Action
La transmisión de calor se realiza por conducción.
C1The transmission of heat occurs by conduction.
Se implementaron medidas para reducir la transmisión de enfermedades.
B2Measures were implemented to reduce the transmission of diseases.
💡 Grammar Points
Formal Use
This meaning is often used in formal or technical writing, especially in news about health or science. It sounds more precise than simpler words like 'pasar' (to pass).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: transmisión
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'transmisión' to mean a mechanical part of a car?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if 'transmisión' refers to a broadcast or a car part?
Context is key! If you are talking about TV, radio, or streaming, it means 'broadcast.' If you are talking about cars, mechanics, or engines, it means the 'gearbox' or 'transmission system.' If you are talking about science or health, it means 'transfer' or 'passing on'.
Is 'transmisión' the same as 'emisión'?
They are very similar, especially in the context of media. 'Transmisión' emphasizes the process of sending the signal across, while 'emisión' emphasizes the act of sending it out. They are often interchangeable when referring to a TV program.