on television

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Meaning · English

Common English phrase; full definition pending editorial review.

Register: neutral

Examples

That movie was shown on television.Phim này đã được phát trên truyền hình.
There is an international speed skating competition on television.Trên ti vi đang có một cuộc đua trượt băng quốc tế.

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Sources & notes

Everyday learner phrase (CEFR A1); level cross-referenced from published learner lists. Definition pending editorial review.

Common questions

What does “on television” mean?

Common English phrase; full definition pending editorial review.

Is “on television” formal or informal?

on television is generally neutral.