Comunicacion (en. Communication)

/komuniˈkaθjon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Process through which information is exchanged between individuals.
Effective communication is key in teamwork.
La comunicación efectiva es clave en el trabajo en equipo.
Set of means used to transmit information.
Social networks are a popular communication tool today.
Las redes sociales son una herramienta de comunicación popular hoy en día.
Transmission of messages through different channels.
Communication can be verbal or non-verbal.
La comunicación puede ser verbal o no verbal.

Etymology

From Latin 'comunicatio', meaning the action of making common.

Common Phrases and Expressions

effective communication
Exchange of information that clearly achieves its objective.
comunicación efectiva
non-verbal communication
Form of communication that does not use words, such as gestures and expressions.
comunicación no verbal
double communication
Situation in which two opposing messages are issued.
doble comunicación

Related Words

communicator
Person who transmits information.
comunicador
to communicate
To establish a communicative contact.
comunicarse
message
Content that is transmitted in a communication.
mensaje

Slang Meanings

Gossip
Gossip spreads quickly; it is a form of informal communication.
El chisme se propaga rápidamente, es una forma de comunicación informal.
Coto
That coto of voices is communication among friends.
Ese coto de voces es una comunicación entre amigos.