La télévision
Example: La télévision montre un dessin animé ce soir.
Definition
"La télévision" refers to the technology and medium used for transmitting moving images and sound, allowing people to watch shows, news, and entertainment programs at home. It is commonly used to describe both the device and the broadcasting service it provides.
Etymology
The word "la télévision" comes from the French combination of the Greek word 'tele,' meaning 'far,' and the Latin word 'visio,' meaning 'sight' or 'vision.' Thus, it literally means 'seeing from afar.' Did you know that the term was coined in the early 20th century as this new technology emerged?
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"La télévision" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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