communication
UK/kә.mju:ni'keiʃәn/US
NGSL 1kIELTSTOEFLA2
Definitions
n.
The activity or process of sharing information, ideas, or feelings
交流，沟通；通讯
n.
A message, letter, or piece of information that is sent
信息，函件（所传递的内容）
n.
(plural) the systems and technology for sending information
（复数）通讯系统，通讯技术
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcommunicatetogether, with
+
-ionduty, service, gift; shared, common
=communication
communicate ('make common') + -ion (act/state) = the act of making something common — sharing information. The plural 'communications' shifts to mean the channels and technology that carry it.
Common Collocations
- 1.good communication良好沟通
- 2.effective communication有效沟通
- 3.communication skills沟通技巧
- 4.lines of communication沟通渠道
- 5.mass communication大众传播
Example Sentences
- 1.
Clear communication is the key to good teamwork.
- 2.
We received an official communication from the ministry.
- 3.
Modern communications have made the world feel smaller.