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to signal
01
hacer señas a, hacer una seña a
to give someone a message, instruction, etc. by making a sound or movement
Transitive: to signal sth
Ditransitive: to signal sb to do sth
Example
The coach signaled the players to execute a specific play using hand gestures.
El entrenador indicó a los jugadores que ejecutaran una jugada específica utilizando gestos con las manos.
In a crowded room, she discreetly signaled her friend across the table to join her.
En una sala concurrida, ella discretamente indicó a su amigo al otro lado de la mesa que se uniera a ella.
02
señalar, indicar
to indicate something as a sign for something else
Transitive: to signal sth | to signal that
Example
The dark clouds in the sky signaled an approaching storm.
Las nubes oscuras en el cielo señalaban una tormenta que se acercaba.
His frequent coughing signaled that he might be coming down with a cold.
Su frecuente tos señalaba que podría estar enfermándose de un resfriado.
03
señalar
to do something to make one's feelings or opinions known
Transitive: to signal an opinion or sentiment
Example
She signaled her disapproval by crossing her arms and frowning.
Ella indicó su desaprobación cruzando los brazos y frunciendo el ceño.
The protesters signaled their dissent by chanting slogans and holding up signs.
Los manifestantes señalaron su disidencia gritando consignas y levantando pancartas.
Signal
01
símbolo, signo
a gesture or action used to convey a message without using words
Example
She raised her hand as a signal to get the teacher's attention.
Ella levantó la mano como señal para llamar la atención del maestro.
The referee 's whistle served as a signal to stop the game.
El silbato del árbitro sirvió como una señal para detener el juego.
02
señal, indicador
any incitement to action
03
señal, cobertura
a series of electrical or radio waves carrying data to a radio, television station, or mobile phone
What is "signal"?
A signal refers to a series of electromagnetic waves used to carry data from one device to another, such as from a radio station to a receiver, or from a mobile phone to a cell tower. These signals can carry various types of information, such as voice, music, or video, and are transmitted through the air or via cables. The quality of a signal affects how well the data is received and understood, with stronger signals providing clearer communication.
Example
The satellite transmits a signal to the television station, allowing live broadcasts to be aired.
My mobile phone lost signal in the remote area, making it impossible to make calls.
signal
01
notorio, destacado
notably out of the ordinary
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