French Conversation · Level 44
75 words
French word
chaîne
Pronunciation
IPA/ʃɛn/
Meaning
- feminine nounchannel
Example
J'ai changé de chaîne pendant le match.
I changed channels during the game.
More examples
La chaîne diffuse des informations en continu.
The channel broadcasts news continuously.
Core concept
One branded line of television or online programs from the same broadcaster.
Common phrases
chaîne de télévision
television channel
changer de chaîne
change the channel
la chaîne locale
local channel
Similar words
émission: A single television or radio program or episode.
plateforme: An online service or site for distributing programs or videos.
compte: A registered user account or public page on an online service.
Definition in French
Désigne l'ensemble des émissions et la marque sous laquelle elles sont diffusées par un même opérateur.
Word origin
French chaîne developed from Latin catena, "chain", through Old French; its broadcasting meaning reflects a connected series presented under one name.
Usage tips
- Chaîne de télévision makes the broadcasting meaning explicit, while chaîne alone depends on context and can also mean a physical chain or necklace.