Word
channels
Phoneticschan·nels, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈtʃænəɫz/
UK/tʃˈænəlz/
Definitions
01television or radio
A2 · Elementary Countable noun
n. the different stations you can watch on TV or listen to on the radio.
n. multiple broadcasting frequencies or digital streams dedicated to specific programming.
“We have over two hundred channels on our satellite TV service.”
“The rise of streaming services has significantly disrupted the traditional model of linear television channels, forcing networks to adapt their content delivery strategies.”
02official communication
B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun Formal
n. the official ways that information or orders move through a company or government.
n. formalised systems or routes through which information, instructions, or requests are transmitted within an organisation.
“If you have a complaint, you must go through the proper channels.”
“The diplomatic mission attempted to resolve the border dispute through back-room channels before making a formal public statement to the press.”
Synonyms
03waterways
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. natural or man-made paths that water flows through.
n. physical conduits or passages, either natural or artificial, through which liquids or signals are directed.
“The heavy rain carved small channels into the dry soil of the garden.”
“Engineers designed a series of underground channels to divert excess floodwater away from the residential districts during the monsoon season.”
Real-World Examples
“India, Qatar, China, Iran and several central Asian states all recently welcomed Taliban officials or opened new channels of communication.” “Farage has instead used his social media channels to post videos of his most loyal supporters.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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