🇮🇹Italian Source WordCode: IT

telecomunicazioni

Pronunciation / Transliteration: te-leh-ko-moo-ni-ka-tsyo-nee

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Telecommunications/ˌtɛlɪkəˈmjunɪˌkeɪʃənz/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇮🇹 Example Sentence in Italian:

"Le telecomunicazioni sono fondamentali per il commercio globale."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The transmission of information over significant distances by electronic means.

    "The rise of telecommunications has transformed how we connect with others around the globe."
  2. 2

    The industry involved in the provision of communication services, including telephone, internet, and broadcasting.

    "Telecommunications companies are essential for modern business operations."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'telecommunications' is derived from the prefix 'tele-' meaning 'distant' from the Greek 'tēle', and 'communication' from the Latin 'communicatio', which means 'sharing' or 'imparting'. It evolved in the late 20th century as technology advanced, encompassing various forms of communication over distances, particularly through electronic means.

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