cable

This is the 1795th most frequent Spanish word.

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cable

A thick, strong wire or bundle of wires used to conduct electricity or transmit signals.


Here, 'cable' refers to an electrical wire used to transmit power or signals.

Conecta el cable a la toma eléctrica.

Plug the cable into the electrical outlet.


In this usage, 'cable' indicates a rope or wire used for holding objects.

Necesito un cable para colgar la lámpara.

I need a cable to hang the lamp.


Here, 'cable' is used figuratively to mean 'information' or 'news' in an informal context.

El reportero nos pasó el cable sobre lo sucedido.

The reporter gave us the scoop about what happened.