Conducción (en. Driving)

/kon-duksión/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The process of transmitting heat or electricity.
The conduction of heat in metals is very efficient.
La conducción del calor en los metales es muy eficiente.
The direction or guidance of a vehicle.
Driving in the city requires a lot of attention.
La conducción en la ciudad requiere mucha atención.
The action of leading a group or an activity.
The management of the project was left in the hands of the new manager.
La conducción del proyecto quedó en manos del nuevo gerente.
verb
To carry or direct a vehicle.
He drives his car to work every day.
Él conduce su coche a trabajo todos los días.
To guide other people in an activity.
She guided the students during the field trip.
Ella condujo a los estudiantes durante la excursión.

Etymology

From Latin 'conductio', which indicates the action of bringing together or carrying.

Common Phrases and Expressions

defensive driving
Driving technique that aims to prevent accidents.
conducción defensiva
autonomous driving
Driving performed by a vehicle without human intervention.
conducción autónoma
sports driving
Driving style that focuses on performance and speed.
conducción deportiva

Related Words

driver
A person who drives a vehicle.
conductor
to drive
The act of guiding a vehicle.
conducir
thermal conduction
Heat transfer between materials.
conducción térmica

Slang Meanings

To drive recklessly.
Don't do crazy things at the wheel; it's not just driving.
No hagas locuras al volante, que no es solo conducción.
To drive in style or fashion.
That guy has a driving style that stands out.
Ese chico tiene una conducción que llama la atención.