El canal



Example: El canal de televisión transmite noticias internacionales diariamente.

Definition


"El canal" refers to a channel, often a television channel, used for broadcasting content such as news, entertainment, or educational programs to an audience. It can also mean a physical or metaphorical passage through which something flows or is transmitted.

Etymology


The term "el canal" comes from the Latin word 'canalis,' meaning a pipe or groove. It originally described physical channels for water or other substances. Over time, it expanded to include communication channels like television or radio. Did you know? The word 'canal' shares roots with 'canalize,' meaning to direct or channel something.

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"El canal" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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