Communications (en. Communications)

/kɔmynika.sjɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Transmission of information between individuals by various means.
Modern communications include telephone and the Internet.
Les communications modernes incluent le téléphone et Internet.
Network for transmitting information.
Communications within the company are essential for productivity.
Les communications au sein de l'entreprise sont essentielles pour la productivité.
Discipline studying the exchange of information.
She studied communications at university.
Elle a étudié les communications à l'université.

Etymology

From the Latin 'communicatio', meaning 'the act of sharing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

nonverbal communication
Information exchange without words, through gestures or expressions.
communication non verbale
official communication
Transmission of information in a formal context.
communication officielle
communication channel
Means used to convey information.
canal de communication

Related Words

communiqué
Official message disseminated regarding an event.
communiqué
to communicate
To inform or convey something to someone.
communiquer
intercommunication
Mutual communication between different parties.
intercommunication

Slang Meanings

Teaser info
I have some communications to share with you for the project.
J'ai quelques communications à te faire pour le projet.
Buzz
There is a lot of communication surrounding this new event.
Il y a beaucoup de communications autour de ce nouvel événement.