Canaux (en. Channels)

/ka.no/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Artificial water conduits.
Canals allow for the irrigation of fields.
Les canaux permettent l'irrigation des champs.
Navigation routes for ships.
The Suez Canal is a crucial passage for maritime transport.
Le canal de Suez est un passage crucial pour le transport maritime.
Communication or broadcasting systems.
Television channels broadcast a variety of programs.
Les canaux de télévision diffusent des programmes variés.

Etymology

From Latin 'canalis', meaning canal, pipe.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to put in the channel
To place something under control or within a specific framework.
mettre dans le canal
to channel one’s efforts
To direct one’s efforts towards a specific goal.
canaliser ses efforts

Related Words

channel
Water conduit or communication route.
canal
piping
System of canals for the drainage of water.
canalisation
communication channels
Means by which information is transmitted.
canaux de communication

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to online broadcasting or communication platforms.
I found this info on a YouTube channel.
J'ai trouvé cette info sur un canal YouTube.
Refers to a discussion group or chat on the Internet.
Join our Discord channel to chat.
Rejoins notre canal Discord pour discuter.