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communication

communication

noun koh-myoo-nee-kah-SYOHN Less Common
Communication Speech

Origin: Latin communicatio, from communicare 'to share'

Also means

announcement, message

Usage Note

Communication covers interpersonal communication, media communications, and formal announcements (une communication officielle). The verb communiquer means 'to communicate', and communicant(e) describes someone who communicates well, especially in a professional PR sense. Moyens de communication are 'means of communication'.

Examples

"La communication est essentielle dans un couple."

Natural Translation

Communication is essential in a couple.

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